The Six Four Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Six Four Foundation is a private foundation in Lewisville, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.9 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $5.9 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$11.9 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$5.9 million
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.8 million | 15 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $11.9 million | 17 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
The Six Four 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 Six Four Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $6.1 million |
| California | 4 | $3.6 million |
| Texas | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $950,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $110,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vellore Christian Medical College Foundation | Unrestricted program grant | $5.9 million |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted program grant | $3.2 million |
| American Red Cross - North Texas Region | Unrestricted program grant | $1.0 million |
| Thrive Scholars | Unrestricted program grant | $750,000 |
| Indiaspora | Unrestricted program grant | $333,333 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Unrestricted program grant | $200,000 |
| American India Foundation | Unrestricted program grant | $100,000 |
| Mt Carmel Educational Foundation | Unrestricted program grant | $100,000 |
| Operation Healing Forces | Unrestricted program grant | $100,000 |
| St Baldrick's Foundation | Unrestricted program grant | $50,000 |
| Connecting Point of Park Cities | Unrestricted program grant | $25,000 |
| Nomi Network | Unrestricted program grant | $15,000 |
| Canadaian Association of New York Foundation Inc | Unrestricted program grant | $10,000 |
| Charity Advisors Inc | Unrestricted program grant | $10,000 |
| Fare Meals | Unrestricted program grant | $10,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Unrestricted program grant | $5,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted program grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- V Prem Watsa
- Thomas Rowe
- Roger D Lace
- Jennifer Allen
Questions people ask
Does The Six Four Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Six Four Foundation give?
$11.9 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Six Four Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists V Prem Watsa (President [:Amp:] Di), Thomas Rowe (Director), Roger D Lace (Director) and Jennifer Allen (Vice President [:Amp).
What does The Six Four Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.