Trester Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trester Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $179,488 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $117,581. 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$179,488
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$117,581
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $221,601 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $221,601 | 9 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $179,488 | 7 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Trester Family 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 Trester Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $169,488 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Folds of Honor | General purposes | $117,581 |
| Upbring | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas | General purposes | $12,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Collin County | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Uwec Foundation | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Willow Bend Hunt Club | General purposes | $8,400 |
| St Andrews Methodist Church | General purposes | $1,007 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Trester
- Holly M Trester
- Patricia A Mitchell
Questions people ask
Does Trester Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trester Family Foundation give?
$179,488 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Trester Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James M Trester (President/Director), Holly M Trester (Vp/Secretary/Treasurer) and Patricia A Mitchell (Director).
What does Trester Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.