Garry Weber Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garry Weber Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $5.0 million. 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$6.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$35.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6.7 million 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 | $6.5 million | 3 | $44.9 million |
| 2024 | $6.7 million | 9 | $39.9 million |
| 2025 | $6.1 million | 3 | $35.7 million |
How to apply
Garry Weber 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 Garry Weber Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $6.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | Garry weber end zone complex | $5.0 million |
| Highland Park Isd Education Foundation | General purpose | $1.0 million |
| The George W Bush Foundation | Special museum exhibit and related programming for sports diplomacy | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Garry A Weber
- John Eric Gambrell
- Brad E Cheves
- Anita Fought
- Jill Meyer
- Robert L Walker
- Barbara Cooke
- Michael McMahan
Questions people ask
Does Garry Weber Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garry Weber Foundation give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Garry Weber Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Garry A Weber (President/Treasurer (Thru 12/12/25)), John Eric Gambrell (President), Brad E Cheves (Vice President) and Anita Fought (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Garry Weber Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.