Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $32,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$180,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $174,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $160,000 | 11 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $174,500 | 12 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $180,500 | 13 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kelly Garlock - Bank of America 901 Main St FL 19, Dallas, TX 75202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (214) 209-2396, tx.philanthropic@bofa.com |
| What to submit | FOR GRANT GUIDELINES AND ONLINE APPLICATION FORM, GO TO: www.bankofamerica.com/philanthropic/search-for-grants |
| Deadlines | January 1 & august 1 |
| Restrictions | The foundation makes grants to charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational organizations with a focus on those within the grayson county, Texas area. |
What Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $180,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denison Isd | Thelma braun music | $32,000 |
| Denison Isd | Thelma braun center for | $30,000 |
| Sherman Symphony Orchestra Association Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Pottsboro Isd | Support high school theatre | $20,000 |
| Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center | Child abuse prevention | $15,000 |
| Denison Main Street Inc | Heritage park artwork - | $10,000 |
| The Sherman Museum | Support 'dino days' program | $10,000 |
| Red River Railroad Museum | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Sherman Community Players | Theatricks education | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Denison Inc | Support air conditioner | $7,500 |
| Tioga Isd | Support thespians state | $6,000 |
| Children's Chorus of Greater North Texas | Funds for student | $5,000 |
| Denison Performing Arts Inc | Support arts education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: January 1 & august 1.
How much does Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation give?
$180,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.