Bird Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bird Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $680,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $85,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$680,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$85,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $750,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $750,000 | 6 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $680,000 | 4 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
Bird Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $670,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Research Institute of Texas | General support | $500,000 |
| Fort Worth Country Day | General support | $150,000 |
| Texas Christian University | General support | $20,000 |
| Charlotte Hornets Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory A Bird
- Laura E Bird
- William Holloway
- Joseph C Bird
- Stephanie B Baker
Questions people ask
Does Bird Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bird Family Foundation give?
$680,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $85,000.
Who runs Bird Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory A Bird (Ceo, President, & Director), Laura E Bird (Secretary, Treasurer, & Direct), William Holloway (Director) and Joseph C Bird (Director - Investments) among 5 officers and trustees.