Richard D Bass Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard D Bass Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$6,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1,116
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $53,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $13,000 | 11 | $63,064 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 11 | $8,036 |
| 2025 | $6,000 | 2 | $1,116 |
How to apply
Richard D Bass 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 Richard D Bass Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Research | $5,000 |
| First Methodist Church | Religious community outreach | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara B Moroney
- Bonnie B Smith
- Dan Bass
- James E Bass
Questions people ask
Does Richard D Bass Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard D Bass Foundation give?
$6,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Richard D Bass Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara B Moroney (Trustee), Bonnie B Smith (Trustee), Dan Bass (Director) and James E Bass (Director).
What does Richard D Bass Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and faith communities.