Moozie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Moozie Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $705,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$705,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $595,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $595,000 | 25 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $705,000 | 32 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
Moozie 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 Moozie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 26 | $610,000 |
| California | 3 | $45,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $30,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Compass | To fund general operating support. | $70,000 |
| The Compass School of Texas | To fund general operating support. | $60,000 |
| CASA Del Lago | To fund general operating support. | $50,000 |
| South Dallas Driving Academy | To fund general operating support. | $50,000 |
| Magdalan House | To fund general operating support. | $35,000 |
| Wesley-Rankin Community Center | To fund general operating support. | $35,000 |
| Cafe Momentum | To fund general operating support. | $25,000 |
| Advocates for Community Transformation | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Greenspace Dallas | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Mercy Street | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Poetic | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Resource Center of Dallas Inc | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| The Walls Project | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Upward Bound House | To fund general operating support. | $20,000 |
| Alma Backyard Farms | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Catch Up & Read | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Cynthia Mickens Ministries Inc | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Hoover Community Development | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Men of Nehemiah | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Metrocrest Services | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Our Calling | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Sharing Life | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Texas Organic Research Center | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| West Dallas Community School | To fund general operating support. | $15,000 |
| Casa of Los Angeles | To fund general operating support. | $10,000 |
| Restorative Farms | To fund general operating support. | $10,000 |
| Social Venture Partners - Dallas | To fund general operating support. | $10,000 |
| The New Local | To fund general operating support. | $10,000 |
| Dallas Furniture Bank | To fund general operating support. | $7,500 |
| American Cancer Society | To fund general operating support. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bailey Lafayette Harrison
- Haven Sands Heinrichs
- Lydia Lygon Sands McCutchen
- Peyton Sands
- Lynn Fisher
- Geoff Eames
- John Bowmer Sands
Questions people ask
Does Moozie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Moozie Foundation give?
$705,000 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Moozie Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bailey Lafayette Harrison (Trustee), Haven Sands Heinrichs (Trustee), Lydia Lygon Sands McCutchen (Trustee) and Peyton Sands (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Moozie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.