Ray Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ray Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bonham, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $230,600 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $16,300 and the largest $60,000. 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$230,600
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$16,300
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.4 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $950,001 |
| 2025 | $230,600 | 10 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Ray 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 Ray Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $165,600 |
| Georgia | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Wolfe City | Youth building | $60,000 |
| Amigos for Christ | Village water supply | $45,000 |
| Treasured Vessels Foundation | Trafficked woman | $27,500 |
| Direction 613 | Foster care age out program | $25,000 |
| Hope Woman's Center | Woman's shelter | $17,600 |
| Geary Foster Foundation | Foster care | $15,000 |
| Father's House | Homeless program | $10,000 |
| Samaritan Inn | Woman's shelter | $5,000 |
| The Seed Project Foundation | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Help to raise and train guide dogs | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Melvin Ray
- Linda Ray
- Stephanie Kerzie
- Jay Himmel
- Andrew Ray
Questions people ask
Does Ray Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ray Family Foundation give?
$230,600 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $16,300.
Who runs Ray Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Melvin Ray (President), Linda Ray (Treasurer), Stephanie Kerzie (Secretary) and Jay Himmel (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ray Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and housing and homelessness.