The Dorothy Gaines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dorothy Gaines Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsboro, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $73,800 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$73,800
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $76,070 the year before.
42% 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 | $76,070 | 12 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $73,800 | 13 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Dorothy Gaines 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 Dorothy Gaines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $70,300 |
| Idaho | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hill County CPS Board | Supplement hill county children clothing and other needs | $10,000 |
| Friends of Hillsboro City Library | Support Library Expansion Campaign | $10,000 |
| Hill County Kids | Supplement food costs for children's backpack program | $7,000 |
| Hill County Paw Pals | Replace aging commercial washer | $6,000 |
| Individual | Tools of the trade | $6,000 |
| Covington Volunteer Fire Department | Purchase used lucas 2 device | $6,000 |
| Abbott Ag Booster Club | New stock trailer | $6,000 |
| Community Partners of Tarrant Count | Clothing for tarrant county children in cps system | $5,000 |
| Hillsboro Arts League | Contribute to cost of downtown murals-promoting arts | $5,000 |
| Hubbard Isd Education Foundation | Supplement teacher AIDS to help promote innovation in the classroom | $5,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace TX | Provide beds for hill county kids in need | $3,500 |
| Casa of Hill County | Provide items for children in hill county foster care | $3,300 |
| Cub Scouts of America Hillsboro | Upgrade electric at scout hut | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcia Curtis-Hornsby
- Michelle Curtis Wade
- Ronell Wade
- Stephen N Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Dorothy Gaines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dorothy Gaines Foundation give?
$73,800 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Dorothy Gaines Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marcia Curtis-Hornsby (Director), Michelle Curtis Wade (Treasurer), Ronell Wade (Director) and Stephen N Smith (Secretary).
What does The Dorothy Gaines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and community development.