The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.7 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.7 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was down from $24.2 million the year before.
49% 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 | $24.2 million | 50 | $20.3 million |
| 2024 | $5.7 million | 41 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kristen Garcia 2929 Carlisle Street Suite 370, Dallas, TX 75024 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (214) 528-2225 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | Please contact the named person above for details |
What The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 31 | $3.8 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1.3 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $200,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $27,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mark's School of Texas | Educational Support | $2.0 million |
| Blair House Foundation | Humanitarian | $1.3 million |
| Parks for Downtown Dallas | Support of Public Parks | $1.0 million |
| Young America's Foundation | Humanitarian | $250,000 |
| The Alliance for Choice in Education | Educational Support | $200,000 |
| The Unit Foundation | Veteran Support | $125,000 |
| Denison Ministries | Religious Support | $100,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $100,000 |
| St Philip's School and Community Center | Educational Support | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Humanitarian | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | Humanitarian | $100,000 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | Humanitarian | $84,000 |
| Fellowship of Fathers Foundation | Humanitarian | $50,000 |
| Free to Choose Network | Support of the Arts | $25,000 |
| Library of Congress | Support of the Arts | $25,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| St Mark's School of Texas | Educational Support | $25,000 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Bara Church | Religious Support | $20,000 |
| Foster's Outriders Foundation | Humanitarian | $15,000 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children | Humanitarian | $15,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $12,500 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $12,500 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $12,500 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $12,500 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | Support of Medical Field | $10,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Educational Support | $10,000 |
| 457 FS Booster Club | Humanitarian | $5,457 |
| National Air and Space Museum | Support of the Arts | $5,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Educational Support | $5,000 |
| The Lone Star Flight Museum | Support of the Arts | $5,000 |
| Taca | Support of the Arts | $3,900 |
| Project Unity | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| The Portrait Society of America | Support of the Arts | $2,000 |
| Beacon Hill Preparatory Institute | Educational Support | $1,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | Religious Support | $1,000 |
| Hope Unlimited | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| Pantego Christian Academy | Religious Support | $1,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation | Educational Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry Ross Perot Jr
- Sarah F Perot
- Darcy Glen Anderson
- J Y Robb III
Questions people ask
Does The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Please contact the named person above for details.
How much does The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation give?
$5.7 million in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry Ross Perot Jr (Trustee, Vice President/Tr), Sarah F Perot (Trustee, President/Sec.), Darcy Glen Anderson (Trustee) and J Y Robb III (Trustee, Asst. Secretary).
What does The Sarah and Ross Perot Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and community development.