The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation is a private foundation in Frisco, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $102,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$102,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees95%
Giving in 2024 was down from $111,000 the year before.
95% 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 | $111,000 | 2 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $102,000 | 21 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Worth & Dot Howard 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 Worth & Dot Howard Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 6 | $74,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $6,000 |
| California | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $4,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | College scholarships | $32,000 |
| Arizona State University | College scholarships | $22,000 |
| Northern Arizona University | College scholarships | $10,000 |
| Grand Canyon University | College scholarships | $6,000 |
| Brigham Young University | College scholarships | $6,000 |
| Yale University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Southern California | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| George Fox University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Harvard University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Gerogetown University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Liberty University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Clemson University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Techology | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Dartmouth College | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Oregon State University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Colorado College | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Brown University | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Eastern Arizona College | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Northland Pioneer College | College scholarships | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexandra Anderson
- Diana Kem
- Tamara Thompson
Questions people ask
Does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation give?
$102,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alexandra Anderson (President), Diana Kem (Secretary/Treasurer) and Tamara Thompson (Co-President).
What does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.