Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Gatesville, Texas
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Gatesville, Texas, holding $34M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary & Diane Heavin Community Fundsince 2002 | $1.6M42 grants · 2024 | $14K | Preselected only | $23M |
| Mj Hanna Foundationsince 2014 | $123K9 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $9.4M |
| Frances & Dawson Cooper Educational Trsince 2001 | $38K6 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.0M |
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 Gatesville, Texas?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Gatesville, Texas with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $34M. 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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