Embrey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Embrey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $141,350 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,352 and the largest $25,000. 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$141,350
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,352
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,871 the year before.
88% 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 | $97,871 | 10 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $141,350 | 16 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Embrey 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Embrey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $84,750 |
| New York | 4 | $47,600 |
| California | 2 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pen America | To provide support | $25,000 |
| Forest Forward | To provide support | $25,000 |
| Taca | To provide support | $15,000 |
| Outloud Dallas | To provide support | $10,000 |
| Making Gay History | To provide support | $10,000 |
| MS Foundation for Women | To provide support | $7,600 |
| Make Art With Purpose | To provide support | $7,500 |
| Resource Center of Dallas Inc | To provide support | $5,530 |
| Dallas Theatre Center | To provide support | $5,175 |
| NTX Downwinders at Risk | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Artsillery | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Life Jacket Theatre Company | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To provide support | $5,000 |
| South Dallas Parent Coalition | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Sundance Institute | To provide support | $4,000 |
| Verdigris Ensemble | To provide support | $1,545 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren Embrey
- Gayle Embrey
- Lindsay Harwell
- Jeffrey Harwell
- Michael Magers
Questions people ask
Does Embrey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Embrey Family Foundation give?
$141,350 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,352.
Who runs Embrey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauren Embrey (Pres/Dir), Gayle Embrey (Vice President), Lindsay Harwell (Director) and Jeffrey Harwell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Embrey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.