The Dawson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dawson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $259,230 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,115 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$259,230
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,115
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,500 the year before.
42% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $45,500 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $259,230 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Dawson 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 The Dawson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $259,230 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Remember the Alamo Foundation | Endowment | $200,000 |
| San Antonio Christian School | General support | $19,250 |
| Haven for Hope | General support | $14,500 |
| St Luke's Episcopal School | General support/support programs | $6,500 |
| St David's Episcopal School | New building | $5,000 |
| University Methodist Church | General support | $4,580 |
| The Witte Museum | General support | $3,650 |
| The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| San Antonio Public Library Foundation | General support | $1,250 |
| Junior Achievement of South Texas | General support | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio Inc | General support | $250 |
| Snipsa Inc | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Childers
- Taylor Dawson
- Eugene Dawson Jr
- Samuel Dawson
- Eugene Dawson III
- Tara Childers
- Kendall Weaver
Questions people ask
Does The Dawson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dawson Charitable Foundation give?
$259,230 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,115.
Who runs The Dawson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Childers (President), Taylor Dawson (Secretary and Director), Eugene Dawson Jr (Director) and Samuel Dawson (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Dawson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.