GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Gary Patterson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with select nonprofits, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis. In 2025, the foundation paid out a total of $1.3 million across 21 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE BIG GOOD IS A TAX-EXEMPT, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE SUPPORT OF ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN IN AND AROUND FT. WORTH, TX. THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS AND SCHOLARSHIPS THAT FOCUS ON EDUCATION AND LIFESKILLS, AS WELL AS HEALTH AND FAMILY ISSUES IN THE FT. WORTH COMMUNITY. THE FOUNDATION STRIVES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH BETTER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Health
Communication media
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FORT WORTH CRADLE TO CAREER
$1.5M
30%
UNITED COMMUNITY CENTERS INC
$1.1M
23%
PRESBYTERIAN NIGHT SHELTER OF TARRANT COUNTY
$589.6K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$300K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION?
No. GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION give?
GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, South Carolina, and Louisiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include FORT WORTH CRADLE TO CAREER, UNITED COMMUNITY CENTERS INC, and PRESBYTERIAN NIGHT SHELTER OF TARRANT COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION?
GARY PATTERSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.