Dimmitt Garrison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dimmitt Garrison Foundation is a private foundation in Temple, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$255,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
86% 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 | $60,000 | 2 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 2 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $255,000 | 14 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Dimmitt Garrison 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 Dimmitt Garrison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $125,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $55,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Focus on the Family | Faith | $55,000 |
| Texans on Mission | Disaster relief | $40,000 |
| Preborn | Healthcare | $30,000 |
| Vintage Church | Faith | $25,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Disaster relief | $15,000 |
| Mercury One Inc | Disaster relief | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country (Kerr County Flood Relief) | Disaster relief | $15,000 |
| Mood Elevator | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Education | $10,000 |
| Baptists on A Mission of North Carolina | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Operation Homefront | Veteran support | $10,000 |
| Cornerstone Achievement Center | Education | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Houston | Faith | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katie D Garrison
- Martha G Depasquale
- Robert M Johnson
- Samuel Malcolm Garrison
Questions people ask
Does Dimmitt Garrison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dimmitt Garrison Foundation give?
$255,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Dimmitt Garrison Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katie D Garrison (Pres/Dir), Martha G Depasquale (Dir/Sec), Robert M Johnson (Dir) and Samuel Malcolm Garrison (Dir/Treas).
What does Dimmitt Garrison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and health.