Gardner Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gardner Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,200 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,600 and the largest $1,600. 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$3,200
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,600
- Largest grant$1,600
- Assets$70,213
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $63,719 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 3 | $63,919 |
| 2025 | $3,200 | 2 | $70,213 |
How to apply
Gardner Charitable 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 Gardner Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $3,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Bereavement Center of San Antonio | Unrestricted | $1,600 |
| Dallas Children's Advocacy Center | Unrestricted | $1,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda L Gardner
- Elizabeth Cox
- Laura McCallan
- Katherine Trimble
Questions people ask
Does Gardner Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gardner Charitable Foundation give?
$3,200 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,600.
Who runs Gardner Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda L Gardner (Director), Elizabeth Cox (Director), Laura McCallan (Director) and Katherine Trimble (Director).
What does Gardner Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.