The Halperin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Halperin Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 71 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants71
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$98.6 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.6 million the year before.
51% 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 | $2.6 million | 57 | $74.0 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 71 | $98.6 million |
How to apply
The Halperin 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 Halperin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 51 | $3.8 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $100,000 |
| California | 4 | $47,000 |
| New York | 3 | $29,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Gateway Public Green Foundation | General support | $2.5 million |
| Bruce Wood Dance Dallas | General support | $625,681 |
| Kera | General support | $200,000 |
| Alcor | General support | $150,000 |
| Norman Rockwell Museum | General support | $55,000 |
| Resource Center | General support | $50,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General support | $50,000 |
| The Stew Pot | General support | $50,000 |
| Middlesex School | General support | $30,000 |
| Stanford School of Medicine | General support | $30,000 |
| American Numismatic Association | General support | $25,000 |
| Nexus Recovery Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Sammons Center for the Arts | General support | $25,000 |
| Radio Lab | General support | $25,000 |
| Southern Gateway Park | General support | $25,000 |
| Cara Mia Theatre | General support | $20,000 |
| First Unitarian Church of Dallas | General support | $20,000 |
| Dallas Childrens Hospital | General support | $15,000 |
| Scottish Rite Hospital | General support | $15,000 |
| Titas | General support | $11,275 |
| Arts Mission Oak Cliff | General support | $10,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina | General support | $10,000 |
| Turnout Activism Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Chamberlain Ballet | General support | $7,500 |
| Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts | General support | $7,500 |
| The Cedars Union | General support | $7,004 |
| Taca | General support | $7,000 |
| Beckles Dancing Company | General support | $5,000 |
| Charles M Schulz Museum | General support | $5,000 |
| Dallas Arts District | General support | $5,000 |
| Dallas Contemporary | General support | $5,000 |
| Dallas Theater Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Forest Forward | General support | $5,000 |
| Dallas Holocaust Museum & Human Rights | General support | $5,000 |
| Delaware Art Museum | General support | $5,000 |
| Lu Family Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | General support | $5,000 |
| Jacob's Pillow | General support | $5,000 |
| Shelton School | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Halperin
- Marjorie Halperin
- Sharon Halperin
Questions people ask
Does The Halperin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Halperin Foundation give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 71 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Halperin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Halperin (President), Marjorie Halperin (Vice President) and Sharon Halperin (Vice President).
What does The Halperin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.