Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 42 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$60.0 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
45% 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 | $2.4 million | 36 | $55.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 42 | $60.0 million |
How to apply
Jerry C Dearing 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 36 | $2.2 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 2 | $75,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Methodist | General support | $250,000 |
| Onegoal | General support | $250,000 |
| Bridgeyear | General support | $150,000 |
| Discover U | General support | $150,000 |
| The Village Centers | General support | $150,000 |
| Greater Houston Community | General support | $125,000 |
| Buffalo Soilders National Museum | General support | $100,000 |
| Foster Care Advocacy Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Hobby Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Houston Symphony | General support | $100,000 |
| Kids Meals | General support | $100,000 |
| Memorial Assistance Ministries | General support | $100,000 |
| Springspirit Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Stages | General support | $100,000 |
| Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries | General support | $95,000 |
| Inprint | General support | $75,000 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | General support | $65,000 |
| Camp Blessings | General support | $55,000 |
| Dress for Success | General support | $50,000 |
| LLS - Student of the Year | General support | $50,000 |
| My Connect Community | General support | $50,000 |
| The Womens Resource | General support | $50,000 |
| Young Audiences of Houston | General support | $50,000 |
| The Arbor School | General support | $35,000 |
| Emerge Fellowship | General support | $25,000 |
| HLSR - Houston Area Scholars Scholarship | General support | $20,000 |
| Lamar University | General support | $19,000 |
| Houston Zoo | General support | $15,000 |
| Coolxdad | General support | $10,000 |
| Houston Community Toolbank | General support | $10,000 |
| LLS - the Big Climb | General support | $10,000 |
| Sally's Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| St Jude Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Target Hunger - Hurricane Beryl Roof Repair | General support | $10,000 |
| Touchdown Club of Houston Inc | General support | $5,500 |
| Galveston County Fair & Rodeo | General support | $5,000 |
| Black Impact Houston | General support | $5,000 |
| Helping Hand Crisis Ministry of Spicewood | General support | $5,000 |
| HLSR - Llamaalpaca Committee | General support | $5,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry Dearing
- Kate Fowler
- Kristin Dearing
Questions people ask
Does Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerry Dearing (President/Treasurer), Kate Fowler (Vice President) and Kristin Dearing (Secretary).
What does Jerry C Dearing Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and youth programs.