Foundations that fund organizations in Dalas, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Dalas nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $152K to Dalas organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Dalas around $10K. 3 of these funders are based in Texas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Dalas
- $152K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in TX
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Dalas organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kershaw Foundation | Dallas, TX | 2 | $105K | $53K | Preselected only | General operating expenses; General operating fund |
| Ppa Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $33K | $33K | Preselected only | General support |
| Neo-Life Family Foundation | Santa Clara, CA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | To help eradicate breast cancer through research, education… |
| Sharon Hobbs Ministries | Dallas, TX | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Preselected only | Ministry Support |
| Bj Bertram Foundation Inc | Danbury, CT | 1 | $20 | $20 | Yes | Educational |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Dalas, Texas?
Kershaw Foundation, Ppa Foundation, Neo-Life Family Foundation, Sharon Hobbs Ministries, Bj Bertram Foundation Inc reported grants to Dalas organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Dalas. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.