Updated Nov 1, 2026
Private foundations based in Arlington, Texas
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Arlington, Texas, holding $139M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vashisht Foundationsince 2002 | $8.3M6 grants · 2024 | $109K | Yes | $25M |
| The Ben and Mary Doskocil Family Foundationsince 1997 | $5.3M288 grants · 2025 | $15K | Preselected only | $94M |
| Bayer Family Foundationsince 2005 | $380K17 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $8.0M |
| Texas Trust Givessince 2019 | $316K61 grants · 2024 | $3,500 | Preselected only | $1.9M |
| Arch L Ferguson Foundationsince 1971 | $163K59 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $9.4M |
| Robertson Holdings Corpsince 2011 | — | — | Preselected only | $1.4M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Texas
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Texas Commission on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateTexas Commission on the Arts | Texas Commission on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Texas — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Texas | Humanities Texas | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Arlington, Texas?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Arlington, Texas with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $139M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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