Buehler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Buehler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
43% 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 | $780,000 | 12 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 13 | $14.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 14 | $14.8 million |
How to apply
Buehler 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 Buehler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $685,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $230,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Depauw University | Unrestricted general | $250,000 |
| Northwestern University | Unrestricted general | $250,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | Unrestricted general | $200,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Unrestricted general | $110,000 |
| Tucson Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted general | $106,000 |
| Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation | Unrestricted general | $72,000 |
| Literacy Connects | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Mary Mother of God Parish | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Hunger Resource Network | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Northfield Township Food Pantry | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| The Village Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| EDU4LIFE aka POWER OVER PREDATORS | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas G Park
- A C Buehler
- Pamela Varner
- Bank of America N A
- John H Buehler
- Aurora Grosse
Questions people ask
Does Buehler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Buehler Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Buehler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas G Park (Director), A C Buehler (Director), Pamela Varner (Director) and Bank of America N A (Agent for Fiduciary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Buehler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.