Boshell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Boshell Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$500,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $116,000 | 6 | $3.9 million |
| 2023 | $115,000 | 7 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 1 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $500,000 | 4 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Boshell 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.
What Boshell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $200,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art Institute of Chicaco | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Walters Art Museum Foundation Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Davidson College | Art acquistion program | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward O Boshell Jr
- Betsey Todd
- Robin Hartmann
- Betsy Potter
- Raynette Boshell
- Wallace Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Boshell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Boshell Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Boshell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward O Boshell Jr (Trustee), Betsey Todd (Trustee), Robin Hartmann (Board Member) and Betsy Potter (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Boshell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.