John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $138,897 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $25,042. 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$138,897
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$25,042
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,884 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $90,717 | 27 | $2.8 million |
| 2023 | $117,884 | 26 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $138,897 | 30 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
John and Pamela Beckert 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.
What John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $87,497 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Idaho | 6 | $24,300 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood | Operating Funds | $25,042 |
| Mpower Now | Operating Funds | $25,000 |
| Uplift Education | Operating Funds | $21,400 |
| Alliance of Idaho | Operating Funds | $10,000 |
| Crossroads Community Service | Operating Funds | $10,000 |
| Sun Valley Writers Conference | Operating Funds | $5,800 |
| Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights | Operating Funds | $5,544 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Operating Funds | $5,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association of Texas | Operating Funds | $5,000 |
| Sun Valley Music Festival | Operating Funds | $3,000 |
| Hunger Coalition | Operating Funds | $2,500 |
| Meadows Mental Health Policy | Operating Funds | $2,500 |
| Metrocrest Services | Operating Funds | $2,500 |
| Blaine County Recreational District | Operating Funds | $2,000 |
| HHM Health | Operating Funds | $2,000 |
| Kera | Operating Funds | $1,500 |
| Alpha PSI of CHI PSI Educational | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Community Library | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Healthy Futures of Texas | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Sharing Life Outreach | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Texas Tribune | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| United to Learn | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Dallas Morning News Charities | Operating Funds | $1,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Operating Funds | $896 |
| Dallas Foundation | Operating Funds | $500 |
| Nasher Sculpture Center | Operating Funds | $453 |
| Dallas Arboretum | Operating Funds | $100 |
| Spark | Operating Funds | $100 |
| From Passthrough Entities | Operating Funds | $62 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Beckert
- Pamela Beckert
- Betsy Beckert
- John Brent Beckert
Questions people ask
Does John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation give?
$138,897 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John A Beckert (Director), Pamela Beckert (Director), Betsy Beckert (Director) and John Brent Beckert (Director).
What does John and Pamela Beckert Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and health.