Bill & Jan Foundation
Accepts applications
Bill & Jan Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita Falls, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,717 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $21,667. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$54,717
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$21,667
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $102,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $76,350 | 24 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $102,500 | 28 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $54,717 | 24 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jeff Thacker 4245 Kemp Blvd Ste 408, Wichita Falls, TX 76308 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (940) 691-5091 |
| What to submit | Written request & documentation of non-profit status |
| Deadlines | Jul 31st of each year |
| Restrictions | Primarily greater wichita falls area |
What Bill & Jan Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 24 | $54,717 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hands to Hands Fndn | Operations | $21,667 |
| Wfisd Marching Band | Operations | $4,000 |
| First United Methodist | Operations | $3,500 |
| Childrens Aid Society | Operations | $2,500 |
| Cook Childrens Health Fnd | Operations | $2,500 |
| Fantasy of Lights | Operations | $2,500 |
| The Rehab Center | Operations | $2,500 |
| Wild Bird Rescue | Operations | $2,500 |
| Northwest Tex Council | Operations | $2,400 |
| Meals on Wheels | Operations | $2,000 |
| Wichita Co Sheriffs | Operations | $1,500 |
| Greater WF Fca | Operations | $1,000 |
| Kramer Barnard Memorial | Operations | $1,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals | Operations | $1,000 |
| Pets Low Cost Clinic | Operations | $750 |
| Faith Mission | Operations | $500 |
| Interfaith Ministries | Operations | $500 |
| Salvation Army | Operations | $500 |
| St Lukes United Methodist | Operations | $500 |
| Ut Southwestern Medical | Operations | $500 |
| Amvets Dept of Texas | Operations | $250 |
| Friends of Youth Golf | Operations | $250 |
| Midwestern State Univ | Operations | $250 |
| Project Back to School | Operations | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Thacker
Questions people ask
Does Bill & Jan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Jul 31st of each year.
How much does Bill & Jan Foundation give?
$54,717 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Bill & Jan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeff Thacker (Officer).
What does Bill & Jan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.