Richardson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richardson Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,640 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $21,000. 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$56,640
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$176,541
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $81,953 the year before.
58% 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 | $44,000 | 4 | $265,671 |
| 2024 | $81,953 | 17 | $233,816 |
| 2025 | $56,640 | 14 | $176,541 |
How to apply
Richardson 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 Richardson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $48,100 |
| Georgia | 2 | $5,550 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $990 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Give light campaign, christian leadership and ethics, general operating funds | $21,000 |
| Dennison Ministries | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| Pca Foundation | Trinity church, aberdeen, tx | $5,050 |
| Hideaway Lake Community Church | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Esperanza Ministries | Capital campaign building fund | $5,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | General operating funds | $3,000 |
| Individual | Support of needy of bachman lake | $2,500 |
| Matthew 101 Ministries | Holly & preston todd support fund | $1,000 |
| Park Cities Presbyterian Church | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Individual | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Oh Be Joyful Church | General operating funds | $990 |
| Mission to the World | General operating funds | $500 |
| Texans on A Mission | General operating funds | $500 |
| Practice Ministries | General operating funds | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gene A Richardson Sr
- Gene A Richardson Jr
- Mary C Richardson
Questions people ask
Does Richardson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richardson Foundation give?
$56,640 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Richardson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gene A Richardson Sr (Trustee), Gene A Richardson Jr (Trustee) and Mary C Richardson (Trustee).
What does Richardson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.