The Dixon Water Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dixon Water Foundation is a private foundation in Decatur, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $400,591 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $159,000. 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$400,591
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$159,000
- Assets$56.7 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $132,200 the year before.
91% of its 2024 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 | $132,200 | 11 | $53.9 million |
| 2024 | $400,591 | 11 | $56.7 million |
How to apply
The Dixon Water 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Dixon Water Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $343,591 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Borderlands Research Institute Ar Srsu | Ranch management | $159,000 |
| Holistic Management International | Land program | $50,000 |
| National Audubon Society Inc DBA Audubon Texas | Praire and grassland conservation | $40,000 |
| Texas Land Conservancy | Land conservancy | $40,000 |
| Texas Agricultural Land Trust | Land management | $25,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Texas | Conservation | $20,000 |
| University of North Texas Foundation Inc | Ranch management | $18,591 |
| Hill Country Alliance | Headwaters challenge | $16,000 |
| Native Prairies Association of Texas | Challenge grant | $15,000 |
| Devils River Conservancy | Preservation of the devils river | $10,000 |
| Sand County Foundation | Leopoid awards | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Potts
- Kathy Smyth
- Hugh Aljoe
- Laura Whiting
- Leslie Rauscher
- Jerry Addison
- Melissa Bookhout
- Dr Richard Teague
- Casey Wade
- Knight Hilary
- Phillip Boyd
- Rachel Vasquez
Questions people ask
Does The Dixon Water Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dixon Water Foundation give?
$400,591 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Dixon Water Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Potts (Chairman), Kathy Smyth (Vice Chairman), Hugh Aljoe (Vice Chairman) and Laura Whiting (Board Member) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Dixon Water Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.