John and Deborah Gillis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Deborah Gillis Foundation is a private foundation in Sulphur Springs, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $385,883 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $8,378 and the largest $18,598. 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$385,883
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$8,378
- Largest grant$18,598
- Assets$4.4 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $360,623 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $417,751 | 32 | $5.6 million |
| 2023 | $404,677 | 47 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $360,623 | 1 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $385,883 | 48 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
John and Deborah Gillis 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 John and Deborah Gillis Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 48 | $385,883 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $18,598 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $18,175 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $16,062 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $15,966 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $15,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $14,853 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $14,448 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $13,905 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $12,740 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $12,011 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $11,878 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $11,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $11,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $10,763 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $10,706 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,999 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,975 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,904 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,790 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,381 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $9,044 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $8,474 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $8,281 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $6,800 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $6,696 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $6,044 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,996 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,690 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,073 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,068 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,038 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,030 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $4,447 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $4,255 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $3,011 |
| Individual | Grant funding for student scholarships | $2,419 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Gillis
- Suzy Rost
- Chandra Crawford
- Butch Burney
- Robin Shrode
- Ruth Newman
Questions people ask
Does John and Deborah Gillis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Deborah Gillis Foundation give?
$385,883 in tax year 2025, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $8,378.
Who runs John and Deborah Gillis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Gillis (President), Suzy Rost (Director), Chandra Crawford (Director) and Butch Burney (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John and Deborah Gillis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.