The Dvornak Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dvornak Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $356,112 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $333,112. 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$356,112
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$333,112
- Assets$0
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,500 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $13,000 | 13 | $365,450 |
| 2024 | $25,500 | 17 | $441,032 |
| 2025 | $356,112 | 16 | $0 |
How to apply
The Dvornak 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 Dvornak Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $341,112 |
| Louisiana | 3 | $4,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dvornak Family Foundation | To support this entity in their mission statement | $333,112 |
| Angel Flight Inc DBA Angel Flight South Central | To support this entity in their mission statement | $2,000 |
| Children's Craniofacial Association | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Delivering Hope Nola | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Elderheart Inc DBA Mission 22 | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Fisher House Foundation | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Home Run Hitters International Inc | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| NAMI Southest | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| National 4-H Council | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Ozone Music Education Foundation | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| PTSD Foundation of America | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| Sire-Therapeutic Horsemanship | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| The Childrens Heart Foundation | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
| One Way Love Inc | To support this entity in their mission statement | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Dvornak
- Jamie Dvornak-Mackey
- Jordan Dvornak-Freeman
Questions people ask
Does The Dvornak Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dvornak Foundation give?
$356,112 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Dvornak Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mike Dvornak (President/Director), Jamie Dvornak-Mackey (Secretary/Director) and Jordan Dvornak-Freeman (Treasurer/Director).
What does The Dvornak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.