Dillard Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dillard Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $763,040 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $205,000. 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$763,040
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$205,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $634,259 the year before.
54% 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 | $634,259 | 18 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $763,040 | 28 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Dillard 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 Dillard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 28 | $763,040 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwestern State University | Energy center funding | $205,000 |
| The Hundred Club of Wichita Falls | Shield 616 program | $82,000 |
| Presbyterian Manor - House of Hope | Operations | $56,368 |
| Sheppard Military Affairs | Operations | $55,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Wichita Falls | Operations | $55,000 |
| Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation | Operations | $48,950 |
| North Texas Rehabilitation Center | Operations | $34,822 |
| Beacon Lighthouse Inc | Operations | $34,000 |
| Camp Fire North Texas | Operations | $25,000 |
| Senior Citizens Services of North Texas Inc | Operations | $23,900 |
| Wichita Falls Area Food Bank | Operations | $20,000 |
| Child Care Partners | Operations | $15,000 |
| Christ Counseling Ministry | Operations | $15,000 |
| Rathgeber Hospitality House | Operations | $10,000 |
| Academy 4 | Operations | $10,000 |
| Presbyterian Children's Homes | Operations | $10,000 |
| River Bend Nature Center | Operations | $10,000 |
| Young Life Wichita Falls | Operations | $9,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth Inc | Operations | $7,500 |
| North Texas Area United Way | Operations | $7,500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Operations | $5,000 |
| Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Hospice of Wichita Falls | Operations | $5,000 |
| Texas Ramp Project | Operations | $5,000 |
| Southside Girls Club Inc | Operations | $3,500 |
| Life Skills & Essential Development Inc | Operations | $2,500 |
| National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution | Operations | $2,500 |
| Children's Aid Society | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff R Dillard
- Stephen Gustafson Sr
- Dale Harvey
- Mikal Powers
- Bud Dillard
- Arvin R Dillard IV
Questions people ask
Does Dillard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dillard Family Foundation give?
$763,040 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dillard Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeff R Dillard (Board Member), Stephen Gustafson Sr (Board Member), Dale Harvey (Board Member) and Mikal Powers (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Dillard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.