Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn
Preselected recipients only
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $49,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $49,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 14 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn 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 Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $48,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Life Houston Southwest | For charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Amazing Place | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Austin Ridge Bible Church | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| JDRF Southern Texas Chapter | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Logos Leaders Outreach | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Micah Project | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Urban Alternative | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| West Houston Young Life | For charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Grace Bible Church | For charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Re Mind Depression & Bipolar Support | For charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Serenity Retreat for Healing & Spiritual Renewal | For charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Houston Area Parkinson Society | For charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Tirr Foundation | For charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dawson O George III
- Allison B George
- Kathryn G Murray
- Douglas Barrett Orme George
- Emily G Seiders
Questions people ask
Does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn give?
$53,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn?
Its 2024 filing lists Dawson O George III (President), Allison B George (Secretary), Kathryn G Murray (Trustee) and Douglas Barrett Orme George (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.