The Graue Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Graue Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $195,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$195,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $192,600 | 37 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 37 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $195,000 | 34 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The Graue Family 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 Graue Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $98,000 |
| Texas | 19 | $95,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kqed | General support | $25,000 |
| St Mark's School of Texas | Educational | $20,000 |
| St Rita Catholic Community | General support | $15,000 |
| Alameda County Healthcare Services Agency | General support | $10,000 |
| Dallas Historical Society | To help preserve local history | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa | General support | $10,000 |
| Orinda Network for Education | Educational | $10,000 |
| USA Water Polo | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Dallas | For current program | $5,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Art collection support | $5,000 |
| Dallas Theater Center | To support artist creativity | $5,000 |
| Don Bosco Tech | Educational | $5,000 |
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservency | General support | $5,000 |
| Kera | General support | $5,000 |
| Orinda Aquatics | General support | $5,000 |
| St Phillip's School & Community Center | Educational | $5,000 |
| Sydney Paige Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Titas | To support artist creativity | $5,000 |
| University of Southern California | Educational | $5,000 |
| Dallas Opera | General support | $3,000 |
| Hope Supply | General support | $3,000 |
| Sfmoma | Art collection support | $2,850 |
| At&t Performing Arts Center | To support artist creativity | $2,500 |
| Friends of Northaven Trail | General support | $2,500 |
| Perot Museum of Nature & Science | Educational | $2,500 |
| The Family Place | General support | $2,500 |
| Orinda Association | General support | $2,150 |
| Stanford University | Educational | $2,000 |
| Theta Delta Chi Educational Foundation | Educational | $2,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | General support | $1,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Educational | $1,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Educational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marjory Louise Graue
- William Douglas Graue
- Martin Bloes
- Mona Graue
Questions people ask
Does The Graue Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Graue Family Foundation give?
$195,000 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Graue Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marjory Louise Graue (President, Trustee), William Douglas Graue (Vp/Sec, Trustee), Martin Bloes (Trustee) and Mona Graue (Trustee).
What does The Graue Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.