Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $367,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$367,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,000 the year before.
53% of its 2025 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 | $86,700 | 10 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $112,000 | 8 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $367,000 | 15 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable 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 Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $312,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $30,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Cancer Fund | By working closely with these respected organizations, we are able to strategically focus our funds on improving treatment and care methods for north texas children who are affected by all types of pediatric cancer. | $100,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Pursue excellence in collecting and programming. | $60,000 |
| The Crystal Charity Ball | Aid, support and make contributions to children's charities in dallas. | $40,000 |
| Turtle Creek Conservancy | The park has served generations as a green oasis in the city, and our role is to preserve and protect this essential natural amenity for generations to come. | $27,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Improve the lives of people with cancer and their families. | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Katy Trail | The mission of friends of the katy trail is to maintain, enhance and advocate for the katy trail as the premier trail for recreation, wellness, and alternative transportation in the city of dallas. | $25,000 |
| Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church | The mission is to inspire love, embrace christ, and engage the world. | $25,000 |
| Highland Park Education | To rally our entire community to raise the critical funds necessary for continuing highland park isd's tradition of exemplary education. | $20,000 |
| The Lamplighter School | Education- general fund. | $12,000 |
| Dallas Contemporary | The mission to present the forefront of contemporary artistic practice and artistic production through exhibitions, performances, and public programs in order to advance the discovery and appreciation of the art of this moment. | $7,500 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Helping neglected and abused children. | $5,000 |
| Magnolia Public Schools Foundation | Our mission is to raise private funds for resources, programs and opportunities that are not available to the students and teachers through the district's normal operating budget. | $5,000 |
| Cattle Baron's Ball | The mission of the cattle baron's ball is to raise funds for cancer research and support the american cancer society's efforts to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. | $5,000 |
| Compass School | The compass school of texas equips students with a strong academic foundation that fosters analytical thinking, instills the joy of learning in a wholesome environment, and inspires the pursuit of purpose. | $5,000 |
| Highland Park Mis HPMS PTO | Mcculloch intermediate school and highland park middle school, with an unyielding commitment to excellence, is a partnership of educators, staff, students, parents, and community that strives to provide a superior educational experience and addresses the needs of the developing middle school student. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda D Shufeldt
Questions people ask
Does Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation give?
$367,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amanda D Shufeldt (Trustee).
What does Mandy and Bill Dillard Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and environment and conservation.