Philip T Bee Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Philip T Bee Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $366,000 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$366,000
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $378,500 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $378,500 | 41 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $366,000 | 40 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Philip T Bee Charitable Trust 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 Philip T Bee Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 29 | $263,500 |
| New Mexico | 7 | $52,500 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Museum of Art | Art museum | $25,000 |
| Children's Health Foundation | Pet assisted therapy | $20,000 |
| Search Dog Foundation | Highly trained canine disaster teams | $20,000 |
| TCU Ranch Management | Agricultural resource mgmt education | $20,000 |
| Ut Southwestern Medical Center | Improve healthcare in community | $20,000 |
| Age of Central Texas | Tackling challenges of aging | $15,000 |
| Perot Museum | Museum of nature & science | $15,000 |
| The Food Depot | Food assistance | $15,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Meals in wake of natural disasters | $15,000 |
| Children First Counseling Center | End cycle of family violence | $10,000 |
| Children's Health Foundation Women's Auxiliary | Support children's medical programs | $10,000 |
| Lifeline Shelter for Families | Reduce homelessness for gpisd | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Nutritious home delivered meals | $10,000 |
| North Texas Giving Day Communities Foundation of Texas | Make giving come alive | $10,000 |
| The Open Arts Foundation | Support musicians/music to public | $10,000 |
| Whooping Crane Conservation Association | Preserve whooping crane population | $10,000 |
| Center for Maximum Potential Bldg | Life cycle planning & design | $8,000 |
| Urban Roots | Urban sustainable farms | $8,000 |
| Santa Fe Conservation Trust | Environmental support | $7,500 |
| Sonja's Angels | Support nursing home residents | $7,500 |
| Texas Land Conservancy | Protect natural areas in texas | $7,500 |
| Austin Jazz Workshop | Jazz musicians in public schools | $7,000 |
| Shield Ranch Foundation El Ranchito-A Natural Place for Kids | Serve low income youth | $6,000 |
| Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center | Protect wildlife for children | $6,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | Raise funds for children's charities | $5,000 |
| Jazz at Lincoln Center | Performing arts | $5,000 |
| Lightning Boy Foundation Inc | Performance & visual arts | $5,000 |
| Paws to Serve Heroes | Trains dogs in need for veterans | $5,000 |
| Rich Harney Jazz Festival First Presbyterian Church of Austin | Celebrate jazz & honor rich harney | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Promote opera into the future | $5,000 |
| Sustainable Food Center | Promote healthy good choices | $5,000 |
| Tewa Women United | End violence against women & girls | $5,000 |
| Texas Cave Management Association | Acquire, conserve & manage caves | $5,000 |
| Texas Early Music Project | Preserving & advancing classical | $5,000 |
| The Lamplighter School | Igniting the potential in children | $5,000 |
| The Lensic | Performing arts center | $5,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Education & research-table tennis | $5,000 |
| Dallas Arboretum | Outdoor gardens & learning center | $3,500 |
| Women & Their Work | Groundbreaking art | $3,000 |
| USA Film Festival | Promote filmmaking | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill C Bee
- Ross B Bee
Questions people ask
Does Philip T Bee Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philip T Bee Charitable Trust give?
$366,000 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Philip T Bee Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Jill C Bee (Trustee) and Ross B Bee (Trustee).
What does Philip T Bee Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and environment and conservation.