Christensen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Christensen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$862,415
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $30,000 | 2 | $748,549 |
| 2024 | $37,500 | 3 | $783,115 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 3 | $862,415 |
How to apply
Christensen 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 Christensen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Interfaith Family Services | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Helping Our Heroes | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John G Christensen
- John D Christensen
- Marc D Christensen
- Steven J Christensen
Questions people ask
Does Christensen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christensen Family Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Christensen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John G Christensen (Trustee), John D Christensen (Trustee), Marc D Christensen (Trustee) and Steven J Christensen (Trustee).
What does Christensen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and human services.