The T Boone Pickens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The T Boone Pickens Foundation is a private foundation in Flower Mound, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $77.8 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $12.5 million and the largest $60.9 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$77.8 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$12.5 million
- Largest grant$60.9 million
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $113 million the year before.
33% 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 | $113 million | 8 | $82.8 million |
| 2024 | $77.8 million | 3 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The T Boone Pickens 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The T Boone Pickens Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Oklahoma. It also paid $12.5 million in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 2 | $65.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma State University Foundation | Education | $60.9 million |
| The Governors of the University of Calgary | Education | $12.5 million |
| Oklahoma State University | Education | $4.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald D Bassett
- Robert Stillwell
- Jay Rosser
- Andrew J Littlefair
Questions people ask
Does The T Boone Pickens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The T Boone Pickens Foundation give?
$77.8 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $12.5 million.
Who runs The T Boone Pickens Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald D Bassett (President), Robert Stillwell (VP, Secretary, Treasurer), Jay Rosser (Trustee) and Andrew J Littlefair (Trustee).
What does The T Boone Pickens Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.