The Buddy Bostick Foundation
Accepts applications
The Buddy Bostick Foundation is a private foundation in Waco, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $494,472 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $86,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$494,472
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$86,000
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $419,613 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $419,613 | 62 | $12.6 million |
| 2024 | $494,472 | 50 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Patricia Gohlke 200 W State Highway 6 Suite 210, Waco, TX 76712 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (254) 741-5990 |
| What to submit | A letter from the requesting organization stating the need, planned use and amount of funds required. The organization should include a copy of their tax determination letter from the internal revenue service and a copy of their most recent financial statement |
| Restrictions | 1) organization must be tax-exempt under code sec 501(c)(3) |
What The Buddy Bostick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 36 | $426,722 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $27,250 |
| Arkansas | 4 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&m University | Scholarship | $86,000 |
| Waco Family Medicine | Scholarship | $52,000 |
| Tarleton State University | Scholarship | $45,000 |
| McLennan Community College | Scholarship | $27,822 |
| Baylor University | Scholarship | $27,550 |
| Texas Tech University | Scholarship | $24,000 |
| Oklahoma State University | Scholarship | $21,250 |
| Texas Tech University of Veterinary Medicine | Scholarship | $18,000 |
| Happy Hill Farm | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| University of Arkansas | Scholarship | $12,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Scholarship | $12,000 |
| West Texas A & M University | Scholarship | $11,750 |
| East Texas Baptist University | Scholarship | $11,500 |
| Angelo State University | Scholarship | $10,500 |
| Texas State University | Scholarship | $10,500 |
| University of Texas at Arlington | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| University of Houston | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| TSTC Scholarship Fund | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | Scholarship | $6,250 |
| University of Oklahoma | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| University of North Texas | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Emory University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Hill College Cleburne | Scholarship | $4,500 |
| Texas Tech University HSC | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Colorado State University | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Austin Community College | Scholarship | $3,200 |
| Arkansas Tech University | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Hill College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Texas A&m University Corpus Christi | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Arkansas Community College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| St Mary's University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| South Texas College of Law | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| Ouachita Baptist University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Texas A&m University Commerce | Aviation department support | $2,000 |
| University of Texas | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Howard Payne University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Louisiana State University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Texas A&m University Kingsville | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Louisiana | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Missouri Columbia | Scholarship | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Gohlke
- Willard Still
- Wesley Austin
- Lesa Williams
Questions people ask
Does The Buddy Bostick Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Buddy Bostick Foundation give?
$494,472 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs The Buddy Bostick Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia Gohlke (President), Willard Still (Asst Treasurer), Wesley Austin (Treasurer) and Lesa Williams (Secretary).
What does The Buddy Bostick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.