The Biedenharn Foundation
Accepts applications
The Biedenharn Foundation is a private foundation in Aledo, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $364,225 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$364,225
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $353,640 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $350,054 | 24 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $353,640 | 26 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $364,225 | 26 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Reina Walker Bailey PO Box 104, Aledo, TX 76008 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (817) 522-2226, reinawalker@yahoo.com |
| What to submit | Copy of 501 (c) letter and recent financial statements |
What The Biedenharn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $252,520 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $31,300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,125 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $4,113 |
| California | 2 | $2,667 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bossier Parish Schools | Educational | $60,000 |
| Bull Buteau Foundation | Charitable | $40,020 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Charitable | $31,300 |
| Kelly McGimsey Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Chileno Bay Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Community Renewal International | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Gingerbread House | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Holy Angels | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Pet Savers | Charitable | $15,000 |
| FB Church School | Educational | $13,500 |
| American Share | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cada | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Providence House | Charitable | $10,000 |
| South Highland Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Aledo Education Foundation | Educational | $5,125 |
| Big Cypress | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Foster the Mind | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Plant A Seed | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Breathe Togeter Foundation | Charitable | $3,703 |
| WTL Ministries | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kiss the Ground | Charitable | $1,596 |
| Valley Christian Schools | Education | $1,071 |
| Alzeimers Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club of Denver | Charitable | $410 |
Officers and trustees
- Ross Garrett Biedenharn
- Colby Lorant
- Reina Walker Bailey
- Kyle Lehman
- Randy Walker
- Taylor T Biedenharn-Walker
- Chris Bailey
Questions people ask
Does The Biedenharn Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Biedenharn Foundation give?
$364,225 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Biedenharn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ross Garrett Biedenharn (President), Colby Lorant (Trustee), Reina Walker Bailey (Secretary) and Kyle Lehman (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Biedenharn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.