Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Plano, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $154,900 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $40,800. 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$154,900
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,800
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $158,650 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 | $162,100 | 32 | $921,521 |
| 2024 | $158,650 | 34 | $860,269 |
| 2025 | $154,900 | 32 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable 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 Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 23 | $138,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ United Methodist Church | Programs | $40,800 |
| Dallas Arboretum and Botannical Society | Programs | $14,500 |
| Emily's Place | Programs | $10,000 |
| Perot Museum of Nature & Science | Programs | $10,000 |
| The Samaritan Inn | Programs | $10,000 |
| Veterans Outpost | Programs | $10,000 |
| Northwood Women's Club Charitable Fund | Programs | $5,100 |
| Meals on Wheels Collin County | Programs | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Programs | $5,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Programs | $4,000 |
| The United Service Organizations | Programs | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross North Texas Region | Programs | $2,000 |
| Bonton Farms | Programs | $2,000 |
| Casa of Collin County | Programs | $2,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Programs | $2,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Programs | $2,000 |
| Frank Phillips College Development | Programs | $2,000 |
| Kids Across America | Programs | $2,000 |
| North Texas Community Food Panty | Programs | $2,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Programs | $2,000 |
| Plano Police Association | Programs | $2,000 |
| Rogers Wildlife Rehab | Programs | $2,000 |
| Soupmobile Inc | Programs | $2,000 |
| St Jude's Children Hospital | Programs | $2,000 |
| Texas DPS Troopers Foundation | Programs | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Programs | $2,000 |
| Utsw Medical Center | Programs | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Programs | $2,000 |
| Louisville Grows | Programs | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Programs | $1,000 |
| Texas Bar Foundation | Programs | $1,000 |
| Lamba Chi Alpha Educational Fund | Programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roy Gurley
- Judy Gurley
- Lorie G Davenport
Questions people ask
Does Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation give?
$154,900 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roy Gurley (Trustee), Judy Gurley (Trustee) and Lorie G Davenport (Trustee).
What does Roy and Judy Gurley Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, veterans and arts and culture.