Budd Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Budd Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $508,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$508,000
- Assets$21.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $794,950 the year before.
10% 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 | $794,950 | 25 | $16.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 21 | $21.9 million |
How to apply
Budd 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.
What Budd Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $95,200 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $926,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $180,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $158,753 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Incarnation Place Inc | Housing for low-income | $508,000 |
| Church of the Incarnation | Housing for low-income | $209,500 |
| Public Justice Foundation | Legal education | $100,000 |
| The Oracabessa Marine Trust | Marine conversation | $95,200 |
| Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association | Land preservation | $81,253 |
| American Rivers | River preservation | $80,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Food and necessities for people in need | $70,000 |
| Incarnation Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| Texas Tribune | Education | $50,000 |
| Friends of Katy Trail | Nature preservation | $45,000 |
| Saint Philip's School | Education | $25,000 |
| Gateway of Grace | Assisting refugees | $10,000 |
| Holy Cross Medical Center | Ppe and COVID-19 related items | $10,000 |
| Literacy Achieves | Education | $10,000 |
| Central Dallas Church | Community outreach | $8,000 |
| Crested Butte Avalanche Center | Education | $7,500 |
| Dreamtree Project | Community outreach | $7,500 |
| Miles of Freedom | Education | $6,000 |
| American Whitewater | River conservation | $5,000 |
| Community Against Violence | Assist victims of domestic violence | $5,000 |
| Twirl Taos | Community outreach | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Russell W Budd
- Dorothy R Budd
- Charlie McBride
Questions people ask
Does Budd Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Budd Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Budd Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Russell W Budd (Chairman), Dorothy R Budd (President) and Charlie McBride (Sec/Treas).
What does Budd Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, housing and homelessness and education.