H Ward Lay Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
H Ward Lay Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $191,536 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$191,536
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $14,500 | 4 | $158,034 |
| 2024 | $191,536 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
H Ward Lay Jr 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 H Ward Lay Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $166,536 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scottish Rite Hospital | General fund | $50,000 |
| The Baylor Scott & White Dallas | General fund | $50,000 |
| The Dallas Foundation | General fund | $35,000 |
| Duke Health Development & Alum | Apek discovery fund | $25,000 |
| Highland Park United Methodist | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General fund | $6,536 |
Officers and trustees
- Cal Donsky
- Claiborne R Querbes
- Kate G Snider
- Frederick W Bowman
Questions people ask
Does H Ward Lay Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does H Ward Lay Jr Foundation give?
$191,536 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs H Ward Lay Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cal Donsky (Director), Claiborne R Querbes (President), Kate G Snider (Secretary) and Frederick W Bowman (Treasurer).
What does H Ward Lay Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.