Mark Cuban Foundation
Accepts applications
Mark Cuban Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $80,833 and the largest $860,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.5 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$80,833
- Largest grant$860,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
78% 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 | $2.4 million | 15 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 18 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Cuban Foundation 1229 Slocum Street, Dallas, TX 75207 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (469) 802-8010 |
| What to submit | The grant application forms are available upon request by writing to the mark cuban foundation at 1229 slocum street, dallas, tx 75207. |
| Deadlines | There are currently no submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | Grant recipients will be selected in accordance with criteria established by the mark cuban foundation. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Mark Cuban Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $1.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $346,666 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 2 | $200,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $45,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Games for Charity | General purpose | $860,000 |
| B'nai B'rith Youth Organization | General purpose | $250,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | General purpose | $250,000 |
| USA Rugby | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Areivim Institute | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Coachart Org | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Dont Ever Give Up | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Dallas | General purpose | $100,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | General purpose | $61,666 |
| Maccabi USA Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| National Community Pharmacists Association Foundation Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Friends of Indiana University Mens Rugby | General purpose | $45,000 |
| Life in Deep Ellum | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Believe in Dreams | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Casa of Collin County | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Castle Shannon Area Meals on Wheels | General purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Cuban
- Dawn Knox
- Tiffany Cuban
- Brian Cuban
- Jeffrey Cuban
- Renee Day
- Robert Hart
Questions people ask
Does Mark Cuban Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are currently no submission deadlines..
How much does Mark Cuban Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $80,833.
Who runs Mark Cuban Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Cuban (Director, President), Dawn Knox (Vice President), Tiffany Cuban (Director) and Brian Cuban (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Mark Cuban Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, faith communities and health.