Discovery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Discovery Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $636,522 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $40,142 and the largest $66,265. 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$636,522
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$40,142
- Largest grant$66,265
- Assets$16.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $610,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $610,000 | 17 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $636,522 | 16 | $16.9 million |
How to apply
Discovery 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 Discovery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $596,522 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Austin College | Educational scholarships | $66,265 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch | Assistance for purchase of medical equip and scholarships | $60,000 |
| To Cure A Rose | Nursing services | $57,000 |
| Baylor University Lhson | Educational scholarships | $55,472 |
| Baylor Scott and White Irving Foundation | Assistance to indigent families | $55,000 |
| Helps International Inc | Nursing services | $50,000 |
| The Magdalen House | Assistance to indigent families | $50,000 |
| Community Partners Dallas | Assistance to indigent families | $40,285 |
| New Friends New Life | Assistance to indigent families | $40,000 |
| A Soldiers Child Foundation | Assistance to children of fallen soldiers | $40,000 |
| Christ Family Clinic | Nursing services | $30,000 |
| North Dallas Shared Ministries | Assistance to indigent families | $30,000 |
| Salood | Assistance to indigent families | $20,000 |
| Clayton Dabney for Kids With Cancer | Assistance to indigent families | $15,000 |
| Hope Supply Co | Assistance to new moms and newborn babies | $15,000 |
| Simply Grace | Assistance to indigent families | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr David Winter
- Clinton W Josey Jr
- Dr Paul Neubach
- Dr Amy Anderson
- Dr Robert Gottlieb
Questions people ask
Does Discovery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Discovery Foundation give?
$636,522 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $40,142.
Who runs Discovery Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr David Winter (President/Ceo/Chairman/Director), Clinton W Josey Jr (Vice President/Director), Dr Paul Neubach (Vice President/Director) and Dr Amy Anderson (Treasurer/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Discovery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and education.