Gifford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gifford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $245,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$245,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,000 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $65,000 | 3 | $4.5 million |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 2 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $245,000 | 6 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Gifford 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $225,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Paws Rescue | Unrestricted general | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Strong Wings Adventure School | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Nourish Nantucket-Nantucket Resource | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Bridge Over Troubled Waters | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Youth Villages Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles K Gifford
- Anne D Gifford
- Jessica Gifford Nigrelli
- Bank of America N A
- Charles K Gifford Jr
- Ramsay Gifford Trussell
Questions people ask
Does Gifford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gifford Family Foundation give?
$245,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Gifford Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles K Gifford (Co-Trustee), Anne D Gifford (Co-Trustee), Jessica Gifford Nigrelli (Co-Trustee) and Bank of America N A (Agent for Fiduciary) among 6 officers and trustees.