The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.3 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $10.5 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$11.3 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$10.5 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $448,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $448,000 | 7 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $11.3 million | 14 | $0 |
How to apply
The Marilyn and Sonny Oates 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 Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $11.1 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Operations and transfer of assets to donor advised fund at public charitycontributions of cash $171,827securities - basis $10,289,655total contribution on 990-pf $10,461,482securities - fair market value $23,801,243total value of contributions $23,973,070 | $10.5 million |
| Medialliance International | Operations | $250,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Dallas | Operations | $200,000 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Operations | $105,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Dallas | Operations | $100,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Operations | $100,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Operations | $50,000 |
| Dabs - Friends of the Dallas Arboretum | Operations | $25,000 |
| St Jude's | Operations | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operations | $5,000 |
| National Psoriasis Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Salesmanship Club of Dallas Inc | Operations | $1,500 |
| Highland Park Education Foundation | Operations | $1,000 |
| Volunteer Services Council for Denton State Supported Living Center | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- B Marilyn Oates
- John D Woolf
- Sandra Fleetwood
Questions people ask
Does The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation give?
$11.3 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists B Marilyn Oates (President & Treasurer), John D Woolf (Director) and Sandra Fleetwood (Director).
What does The Marilyn and Sonny Oates Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.