The 1687 Foundation
Accepts applications
The 1687 Foundation is a private foundation in McKinney, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.7 million in 117 grants; the typical grant was $14,470 and the largest $580,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.7 million
- Number of grants117
- Typical grant$14,470
- Largest grant$580,000
- Assets$202 million
How to apply
| Contact | Debbie Galloway 7460 van Tuyl Parkway, McKinney, TX 75070 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (214) 802-9885, debbie.galloway@fbwtx.com |
| What to submit | Written request of description of disability and military service with life changing injury. Nature of need and amount requested for assistance. |
| Deadlines | Must be received by june 30 for calendar year assistance. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The 1687 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 104 | $3.8 million |
| Ohio | 2 | $309,380 |
| Alabama | 1 | $180,563 |
| Georgia | 2 | $144,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $40,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $32,500 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $8,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech Foundation - Agreement 2024 | Donation | $580,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation - Agreement Grant | Donation | $500,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation Inc - Grant | Donation | $350,000 |
| Heartbeat International - Grant | Donation | $240,000 |
| Lifeline Children's Services - Grant | Donation | $180,563 |
| Camp Able of Buffalo Gap - Abilene Gives Fundraiser | Donation | $150,495 |
| Open Door - 2024 Mobile Unit Expenses | Donation | $123,063 |
| Elam Ministries - Grant | Donation | $120,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Asso - Donation- Samaritans Purse | Donation | $100,000 |
| Mercy Gate Ministries-Mindy - Grant | Donation | $100,000 |
| Olden Volunteer Fire Departmen - Grant | Donation | $100,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation - Grant | Donation | $100,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation Inc - the 1687 Foundation Scholarship | Donation | $100,000 |
| Center for Asd - Matching Grant | Donation | $75,000 |
| Individual | $69,380 | |
| Chase's Place - Grant | Donation | $65,000 |
| Abilene Youth Sports Authority - Grant | Donation | $61,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Buffal - Grant | Donation | $55,758 |
| Bynum School - Grant | Donation | $50,000 |
| Coleman Cares - Grant | Donation | $50,000 |
| Encourage One Another - Grant | Donation | $50,000 |
| Play It Forward Foundation - Grant | Donation | $50,000 |
| Sharing Hands - Grant | Donation | $50,000 |
| Texas Rangers Baseball Foundat - 2023 Annual Contribution | Donation | $50,000 |
| Texas Rangers Baseball Foundat - Inv# 11820242 Gala | Donation | $50,000 |
| Moving Water - Grant | Donation | $45,000 |
| Embrace Grace - Grant | Donation | $43,268 |
| Texas Hunter for Heroes West T - Grant | Donation | $41,917 |
| Down's Syndrome Assoc of Houst - Grant | Donation | $40,000 |
| Mile Monster Inc - Grant | Donation | $40,000 |
| Narrow Gate Foundation - Grant | Donation | $40,000 |
| Texas Brigades - Bobwhite Quail Brigade | Donation | $40,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $35,460 |
| Live Oak Church - Grant | Donation | $34,000 |
| Charis Hills Camp - Grant | Donation | $30,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $30,000 |
| Bcyfr Supporters - Inv 138 | Donation | $26,050 |
| Basin Dream Center for Orphans - Grant | Donation | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of El - Grant | Donation | $25,000 |
| Centers for Children & Families - Grant | Donation | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patti Jo Peck Wood
- Deborah J Galloway
- Dona R Bradley
- Don L Parks
- Herbert L Cartwright
- Jerry G Rainey Jr
- Mindy R Johnson
- Thad Chambers
Questions people ask
Does The 1687 Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Must be received by june 30 for calendar year assistance..
How much does The 1687 Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2024, across 117 grants, with a typical grant of $14,470.
Who runs The 1687 Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patti Jo Peck Wood (Director, Pres,), Deborah J Galloway (Director of Finance, V.P.), Dona R Bradley (Director) and Don L Parks (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The 1687 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.