The Enrico Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Enrico Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$54.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 27 | $50.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 29 | $54.5 million |
How to apply
The Enrico 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 Enrico Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $489,770 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $292,650 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $176,000 |
| Montana | 3 | $105,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 3 | $32,243 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $1,322 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Diocese of Dallas | General | $250,000 |
| Duke University | General | $232,000 |
| Babson College | General | $176,000 |
| American Prairie | General | $100,000 |
| Marquette University | General | $100,000 |
| V Foundation | General | $58,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Dallas | General | $50,000 |
| The Lamplighter School | General | $41,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General | $35,000 |
| Holy Trinity Church | General | $25,000 |
| Holy Trinity School | General | $25,000 |
| Met Opera | General | $22,243 |
| Dirk Nowitzki Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Mount St Michael Catholic School | General | $15,000 |
| Parish Episcopal School | General | $8,000 |
| Kera | General | $7,500 |
| Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Society | General | $6,020 |
| Cristo Rey Dallas | General | $5,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | General | $5,000 |
| UNICEF | General | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General | $3,500 |
| V Foundation - Victory Over Cancer | General | $2,650 |
| Greater Yellowstone Coalition | General | $2,500 |
| Museum of the Rockies | General | $2,500 |
| Perot Museum of Nature & Science | General | $2,500 |
| Dallas Childrens Adv Center - Art for Advocacy | General | $1,250 |
| Iron Phi Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| K-1 13A Charitable Contributions | General | $322 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary Enrico Deceased 05062025
- Aaron J Enrico
- Catherine B Enrico
- Terence C Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does The Enrico Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Enrico Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Enrico Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary Enrico Deceased 05062025 (Director), Aaron J Enrico (Director), Catherine B Enrico (Director) and Terence C Sullivan (Treasurer).
What does The Enrico Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.