Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $152,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $152,000 | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Robert C Elder Jr 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 Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $104,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UT Southwestern Medical | Gift | $30,000 |
| North Dallas Food Bank | Gift | $10,000 |
| Texas Civil Rights Project | Gift | $10,000 |
| Individual | Gift | $10,000 |
| Communities for Schools | Gift | $10,000 |
| Semones YMCA | Gift | $7,000 |
| Ursuline Academy | Gift | $7,000 |
| Food for Thought | Gift | $6,000 |
| Austin College | Gift | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Gift | $5,000 |
| Individual | Gift | $5,000 |
| Camp John Marc | Gift | $5,000 |
| Kera | Gift | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone Baptist Church | Gift | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert C Elder
- Jennifer Elder
- Lauren Elder
- Amy Elder
Questions people ask
Does Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert C Elder (Director), Jennifer Elder (Director), Lauren Elder (Director) and Amy Elder (Director).
What does Robert C Elder Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.