The Ray H Marr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ray H Marr Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$55.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $952,500 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 | $957,493 | 29 | $51.4 million |
| 2024 | $952,500 | 21 | $53.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 23 | $55.9 million |
How to apply
The Ray H Marr 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 Ray H Marr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 22 | $1.8 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,011 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Scouts of America | General support contribution | $600,000 |
| Collin College Foundation | General support contribution | $200,000 |
| Smu-Ignited - Lyle Undergaduate Engineering | General support contribution | $200,000 |
| Tyler Junior College Foundation | General support contribution | $200,000 |
| Trinity Valley CC Foundation | General support contribution | $150,000 |
| Panola College Foundation | General support contribution | $100,000 |
| Azleway Inc | General support contribution | $75,000 |
| Northeast Texas Community College Foundation | General support contribution | $50,000 |
| Scottish Rite for Children | General support contribution | $50,000 |
| Angelina College Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Kilgore College Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Paris Junior College Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Retina Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Texarkana College Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Tom Bean Isd Education Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Tyler Isd Foundation | General support contribution | $25,000 |
| Buckner Foundation | General support contribution | $5,000 |
| Challenge Air for Kids & Friends Inc | General support contribution | $2,500 |
| Chase's Place Scholarship Fund | General support contribution | $2,500 |
| Clayton Dabney Foundation | General support contribution | $2,500 |
| Heroes for Children | General support contribution | $2,500 |
| Lena Pope Organization | General support contribution | $2,500 |
| Lifestraw | General support contribution | $2,011 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas W Bonner
- Claire Hamilton
- Adam Reed
- Hugh Akin
- Christine Curtis
Questions people ask
Does The Ray H Marr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ray H Marr Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Ray H Marr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas W Bonner (President), Claire Hamilton (Secretary), Adam Reed (Executive VP) and Hugh Akin (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Ray H Marr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.