Make It Count Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Make It Count Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $360,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$360,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $379,500 the year before.
56% 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 | $379,500 | 32 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $360,000 | 31 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
Make It Count 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 Make It Count Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 29 | $349,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Other | $50,000 |
| Dallas Children's Advocacy Center | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $40,000 |
| Readers 2 Leaders | Educating the young and/or underserved | $30,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Others | $25,000 |
| Wesley-Rankin Community Center | Other | $25,000 |
| HHM Health | Educating the young and/or underserved | $20,000 |
| Catch Up Read | Educating the young and/or underserved | $20,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas | Other | $20,000 |
| The Center | Educating the young and/or underserved | $20,000 |
| Junior League of Dallas | Educating the young and/or underserved | $15,000 |
| Juliette Fowler Communities | Others | $10,000 |
| Wesley-Rankin Community Center | Healthcare/wellness | $10,000 |
| Spitler School Foundation | Healthcare/wellness | $10,000 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | Healthcare/wellness | $8,000 |
| Agape Clinic | Educating the young and/or underserved | $6,000 |
| HHM Health | Educating the young and/or underserved | $5,000 |
| The Crystal Charity Ball | Educating the young and/or underserved | $5,000 |
| Dallas Chamber Symphony | Healthcare/wellness | $5,000 |
| Dallas Education Foundation | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $5,000 |
| The Family Place | Healthcare/wellness | $5,000 |
| Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra | Healthcare/wellness | $5,000 |
| Children's Medical Center Foundatio | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $4,000 |
| Dealey Elementary PTA | Educating the young and/or underserved | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Dallas Public Librar | Healthcare/wellness | $3,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Educating the young and/or underserved | $2,000 |
| The Visiting Nurse Association of T | Educating the young and/or underserved | $1,500 |
| Women's Auxiliary to Children's Med | Educating the young and/or underserved | $1,500 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $1,000 |
| FSHD Society | Other | $1,000 |
| Vickery Meadow Youth Development Fo | Empowering the young and/or underserved | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Scripps
- Ryan Scripps
- Andy Scripps
- Scott Scripps
- Tolleson Private Bank
Questions people ask
Does Make It Count Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Make It Count Family Foundation give?
$360,000 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Make It Count Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah Scripps (Co-Trustee), Ryan Scripps (Co-Trustee), Andy Scripps (Co-Trustee) and Scott Scripps (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Make It Count Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.