W C Payne Foundation
Accepts applications
W C Payne Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $48,800 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$48,800
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $475,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $475,000 | 7 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 11 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | W C Payne Foundation 2525 Knight Street Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75219 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (214) 931-9738 |
| What to submit | No specific form has been developed |
What W C Payne Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $564,808 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $68,800 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University | Operations | $500,000 |
| National Medal of Honor Museum | Operations | $200,000 |
| The Lamplighter School | Operations | $200,000 |
| The Commit Partnership | Operations | $75,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Houston | Operations | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma City Museum of Art | Operations | $48,800 |
| University of Texas | Operations | $25,000 |
| Casady School | Operations | $20,000 |
| Jordan Spieth Family Foundation | Operations | $14,808 |
| Faith Fight Finish Foundation | Operations | $10,000 |
| Teach for America | Operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William G Payne
- Joan N Payne
- Caroline P Young
Questions people ask
Does W C Payne Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does W C Payne Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $48,800.
Who runs W C Payne Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William G Payne (President & Director), Joan N Payne (Secretary & Director) and Caroline P Young (Director).
What does W C Payne Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.