Gilliland Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Gilliland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Amarillo, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$65,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $102,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $102,000 | 9 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 8 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Sandra Gilliland 500 S Taylor LB 249, Amarillo, TX 79101 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (806) 374-8288 |
| What to submit | Request pre-printed application from gilliland family foundation: sandra gilliland 500 s. Taylor, lb# 249 amarillo, tx 79101 information required on the form includes but is not limited to: general organization information, amount requested, date funds are needed, information regarding prior funds received from the foundation, use for the requested funds, accomplishment goals for the requested funds, funds raised to date regarding the project, and a copy of the organization's 501(c)(3) determination letter. |
| Deadlines | Quarterly deadlines - please contact organization. |
| Restrictions | Organization must be either a qualified 501(c)(3) organization or use of expenditures must be used exclusively for purposes described in irc section 170(c)(2)(b). Also, approved applications must meet the restrictions established in the organization's charter. |
What Gilliland Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Acts Community - More Church | To replace the roof on the 817 s jackson facility. | $15,000 |
| Baptist Community Services | Funds are 100% used towards the snack shack program operating at all 4 high schools in amarillo providing hungry students with food. | $15,000 |
| Don Harrington Discovery Center | To provide funding for roof repairs. | $10,000 |
| The Bridge | To fund a new building project that will further their mission of empowering panhandle children. | $10,000 |
| Amarillo Symphony Inc | To fund symphony kids education program. | $5,000 |
| Martha's Home | To fund the present needs future success program to help their residents go back to school to increase their earning potential. | $5,000 |
| Storybridge Inc | Fund fairytale theater storybridge live event. | $2,500 |
| Vessel of Humanity & Compassion Inc | To provide educational support to students in the panhandle and surrounding areas. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Gilliland
- Bill Gilliland
- Robin Gilliland
- Lori Gilliland Estes
- Andrew Hall
- Brett Hall
- Lauren Hall
- Emily Hall
- Robert Estes
Questions people ask
Does Gilliland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Quarterly deadlines - please contact organization..
How much does Gilliland Family Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Gilliland Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra Gilliland (Trustee/President), Bill Gilliland (Trustee/Vp & Treasurer), Robin Gilliland (Trustee/Vp) and Lori Gilliland Estes (Trustee/Vp & Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Gilliland Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.