The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $270,000 and the largest $1.0 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$270,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$36.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.4 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 | $3.4 million | 7 | $33.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 3 | $36.7 million |
How to apply
The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter 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 Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 2 | $450,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Theological Seminary | General Charitable Purpose | $1.0 million |
| Azusa Pacific University | General charitable purpose | $270,000 |
| Biola University | General Charitable Purpose | $180,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry L Ledbetter
- Reta L Ledbetter
- Terry L Ledbetter Jr
- Bradford L Ledbetter
Questions people ask
Does The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $270,000.
Who runs The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Terry L Ledbetter (Cfo, Director), Reta L Ledbetter (President, Director), Terry L Ledbetter Jr (Director) and Bradford L Ledbetter (Director, Secretary).
What does The Terry & Laurie Ledbetter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.