BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC
Dallas, TX, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
75-2125945
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
Dallas, TX, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
75-2125945
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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The BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in Texas and Kansas, having disbursed a total of $57.2 million in grants in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO STEWARD, DISTRIBUTE, GROW AND PRESERVE FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR BUCKNER MINISTRIES AMONG VULNERABLE CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND SENIORS.
Cause Areas
1
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BUCKNER INTERNATIONAL
$164.5M
46%
BUCKNER CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES INC
$147.4M
41%
BUCKNER RETIREMENT SERVICES INC
$26M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$372.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$334.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC?
No. BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC give?
BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Texas and Kansas. 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 BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $372 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $57.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include BUCKNER INTERNATIONAL, BUCKNER CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES INC, and BUCKNER RETIREMENT SERVICES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC?
BUCKNER FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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