Denman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Denman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $269,664 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$269,664
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $261,703 the year before.
32% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $261,703 | 46 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $269,664 | 54 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Denman 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 Denman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 28 | $166,114 |
| Florida | 4 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $16,490 |
| Colorado | 2 | $14,500 |
| Georgia | 4 | $9,560 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $9,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Park Cities Presbyterian Church | Charity | $35,000 |
| East West Ministries International | Charity | $31,093 |
| Discovery Institute | Charity | $15,000 |
| Reformed Theological Seminary | Charity | $14,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Charity | $13,000 |
| Family Legacy Missions International | Charity | $11,144 |
| First Liberty Institute | Charity | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Charity | $9,500 |
| Equipping Leaders International | Charity | $9,000 |
| Equipnet | Charity | $7,500 |
| Sim | Charity | $7,500 |
| Mission to the World | Charity | $5,500 |
| New Hope Foundation | Charity | $5,263 |
| Asia Connect | Charity | $5,000 |
| Council for Life | Charity | $5,000 |
| Men of Nehemiah | Charity | $5,000 |
| OMF International | Charity | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Charity | $5,000 |
| Thrive Women's Clinic | Charity | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission (UGM) | Charity | $5,000 |
| University of the Nations Kona - UNK | Charity | $5,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Charity | $5,000 |
| West Dallas Community School | Charity | $4,000 |
| Ligonier Ministries (Ministry Partners) | Charity | $3,000 |
| MEHR Ministries | Charity | $3,000 |
| Act for Justice | Charity | $2,500 |
| Our Callings | Charity | $2,500 |
| Voice of Hope | Charity | $2,500 |
| For the Nations Refugee Outreach | Charity | $2,050 |
| Behind Every Door | Charity | $2,000 |
| CBI Friends | Charity | $2,000 |
| Desiring God Ministries | Charity | $2,000 |
| Exodus Ministries | Charity | $2,000 |
| Gospel in Life | Charity | $2,000 |
| One Collective fka International Teams | Charity | $2,000 |
| Providence Christian School of Texas | Charity | $2,000 |
| World Vision | Charity | $1,490 |
| Mercy Street | Charity | $1,064 |
| Covenant House Georgia Inc | Charity | $1,060 |
| Avail NYC | Charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Denman Jr
- Patricia Denman
- John L Denman III
Questions people ask
Does Denman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Denman Family Foundation give?
$269,664 in tax year 2024, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Denman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Denman Jr (Pres/Director), Patricia Denman (Secretary/Treasurer) and John L Denman III (Director).
What does Denman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and environment and conservation.