Vansickle Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vansickle Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$290,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2024 was up from $220,000 the year before.
89% 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 | $220,000 | 8 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $290,000 | 9 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Vansickle 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 Vansickle Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $290,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utsw - Armd Research | General fund | $50,000 |
| Dallas Opera | General fund | $40,000 |
| Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra | General fund | $40,000 |
| AFTER8TOEDUCATE | General fund | $30,000 |
| Heroes | General fund | $30,000 |
| Momentous Institute | General fund | $30,000 |
| Dallas Symphony Association | General fund | $25,000 |
| Vogel Alcove | General fund | $25,000 |
| Ourcalling | General fund | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda V Smith
- Thayer Williamson
- Thomas H Smith
- John D Solana
- Marc F Vilfordi
Questions people ask
Does Vansickle Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vansickle Family Foundation give?
$290,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Vansickle Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda V Smith (President/Director), Thayer Williamson (Vice President/Director), Thomas H Smith (Secretary/Director) and John D Solana (Treasurer/Asst Secretary/D) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Vansickle Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.