John S Dunn Foundation
Accepts applications
John S Dunn Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.1 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.1 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$99.8 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.1 million the year before.
16% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.1 million | 46 | $96.9 million |
| 2024 | $5.1 million | 45 | $99.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John S Dunn Foundation 3355 West Alabama St Suite 990, Houston, TX 77098-1718 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 626-0368 |
| What to submit | A letter should be submitted stating the name of the organization, the amount requested, and the purpose for which the funds are requested. |
| Restrictions | Generally, grants are limited to donees within the state of Texas whose primary efforts are medically related to educational and research activities. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What John S Dunn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 44 | $5.1 million |
| Alabama | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UThealth Science Center - John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center | Grant to establish 14 separate permanent endowments for the use, benefit, and support of UTHealth to advance behavioral health research, education, and patient care at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center. | $2.0 million |
| Rice University | Grant to support a fund for research seed grants with the Collaborative Research Center explicitly designed to bring together Rice researchers with their colleagues in the Texas Medical Center. | $300,000 |
| Communities In Schools of Houston Inc | Grant to support the on-campus Mental Health Initiative Program Program for 2023-2024 school year. | $200,000 |
| Texas Heart Institute | Grant to establish the John S. Dunn Chair for the Innovative Device & Engineering Applications (IDEA) Lab which is focused on developing and evaluating cutting-edge cardoivascular medical devices. | $200,000 |
| UThealth Science Center - Faillace Dept Of Psychiatry | Grant to establish the John S. Dunn Foundation Distinguished Chair in Faillace Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences for research in schizophrenia and psychotic disorders. | $200,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Grant to establish the Eva Lynn and John S. Dunn, Jr. New Century Chair in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery $1,500,000 Endowment Fund. | $134,452 |
| Texas A&M Foundation | Grant to establish the John S. Dunn Foundation Endowed Scholarship in Engineering Medicine to support $10,000 annually to a top-performing student. | $125,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Grant to support the John S. Dunn Foundation Advancing Nursing Excellence Award to award funds to each of the runners up each year who go above and beyond in their commitment to their patients. | $110,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Grant to support research for the Cultivation Center to increase its capacity and substantially enhance its production of microbiome-based therapeutic and diagnostic candidates. | $100,000 |
| reMIND Depression & Bipolar Support | Grant to provide free support groups for diagnosed individuals, family members and friends impacted by depression or bipolar disorder. | $100,000 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | Grant to support comprehensive audiology, speech therapy and educational services to children ($50,000) and to support the Doctor of Audiology Externship Program ($50,000). | $100,000 |
| The Children's Assessment Center Foundation | Grant to be used for Therapy and Psychological Services Department for mental health services. | $100,000 |
| The Council on Recovery | Grant to support a Center for Co-Occurring Disorders, with a focus on the connection between substance use, mental health, trauma and suicide. | $100,000 |
| TIRR Foundation | Grant to support Mission Connect IP Award for traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury. | $100,000 |
| University of St Thomas | Grant to support the John S. Dunn Nursing Scholarship Fund which will provide BSN scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,500 each to deserving nursng students in the 2024-2025 academic year. | $100,000 |
| El Centro de Corazon | Grant to support operating expenses for medical, dental and behavioral health services for Houston's East End. | $75,000 |
| Houston Christian University | Grant to support nursing scholarships at Houston Christian University for the 2024-25 academic year. | $75,000 |
| Houston Hospice | Grant to support grief and bereavement programs which provide families with opportunities to heal and regain their normal lives after the death of a loved one. | $75,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Grant to assist in providing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) with cardiac package for the Larry Johnson Cardiac Imaging Center. | $75,000 |
| San Jose Clinic | Grant to support healthcare for uninsured and underserved. | $60,000 |
| The Gateway Academy Inc | Grant to support their Mental Health Program. | $60,000 |
| Archway Academy | Grant to support student scholarships to provide 11 partial scholarships for families unable to help their children struggling with addiction. | $50,000 |
| Child Advocates Of Fort Bend | Grant for operational support to provide direct clinical services for child victims and their families. | $50,000 |
| The Beacon | Grant to be used to support general operating expenses for The Beacon and its core programs. | $50,000 |
| The Rise School of Houston | Grant for general operating support. | $50,000 |
| Village Learning Center Inc | Grant to fund medical services for their medically fragile population of children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Camp Allen | Grant to support updating medical equipment, supplies, and transportation for the John S. Dunn Camper Health Center. | $45,000 |
| Star of Hope | Grant to be used to support the Men's Development Center - John S. Dunn Wellness Center. | $45,000 |
| Houston Achievement Place | Grant to support Project CLASS mental health program which helps young children with emotional, behavioral and family problems. | $35,000 |
| Communities In Schools of Houston Inc | Grant to support Project MOVE which provides dental care to uninsured children who don't qualify for Medicaid for 2023-2024 school year. | $30,000 |
| Palmer Drug Abuse Program | Grant to support general operations to support adolescents, young aduts, and families providing recovery services. | $30,000 |
| San Jacinto Community College Foundation Pasadena Texas | Grant to support the John S. Dunn Foundation Scholarship Fund for students in an ADN program for 20 scholarships at $1,500 each in 2024-25. | $30,000 |
| Bo'S Place | Grant to provide grief support services and education at no cost to children, teens, adults, and community members. | $25,000 |
| Camp For All | Grant to support expenses to their Camp's health center. | $25,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | Grant to be used for emergency medical needs for the Emergency Services program. | $25,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | Grant to support the Medical and Behavioral Health Services program for Houston's homeless youth. | $25,000 |
| Halo House Foundation | Grant to help cover operating costs and program administration. | $25,000 |
| The Harris School | Grant to support their scholarship program to aid famlies for its specialized therapeurtic programs. | $25,000 |
| The Hope and Healing Center & Institute | Grant to support the growth of the Houston Hope Line to continue to reach additional callers and expand operations. | $25,000 |
| College of the Mainland Foundation Inc | Grant to support 10 or more scholarships for Bachelor of Science in Nursing. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles M Lusk III
- John R Wallace
- David G Key
- Cynthia J Adkins
- Diana M Hawkins
- Terri Lacy
- Andrew W Sowell
Questions people ask
Does John S Dunn Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John S Dunn Foundation give?
$5.1 million in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs John S Dunn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles M Lusk III (President), John R Wallace (Vice President), David G Key (Secretary/Treasurer) and Cynthia J Adkins (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does John S Dunn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.