The Carlson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carlson Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $907,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$907,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $997,500 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $997,500 | 21 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $907,000 | 19 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
The Carlson 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 The Carlson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $689,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $217,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado College | General fund | $200,000 |
| The Crystal Charity Ball | General fund | $125,000 |
| Ut Law School Foundation | General fund | $115,000 |
| Services of Hope Entities Inc | General fund | $80,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | General fund | $75,000 |
| Orchestra of New Spain | General fund | $60,000 |
| Rice University | General fund | $60,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General fund | $50,000 |
| Dallas Children's Advocacy Center | General fund | $25,000 |
| St Mark's School of Texas | General fund | $25,000 |
| Perot Museum of Nature and Science | General fund | $20,000 |
| Aspen Art Museum | General fund | $12,500 |
| St Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church | General fund | $12,000 |
| Nasher Sculpture Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| SM Wright Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Avance-North Texas | General fund | $10,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General fund | $7,500 |
| River Pierce Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Basalt Elementary | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Clint D Carlson
- Nancy Packer Carlson
- Keith T Anderson
Questions people ask
Does The Carlson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carlson Foundation give?
$907,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Carlson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Clint D Carlson (Director), Nancy Packer Carlson (Director) and Keith T Anderson (Director).
What does The Carlson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.