THE DALLAS FOUNDATION
THE DALLAS FOUNDATION
DALLAS, TX, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
75-2890371
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led
THE DALLAS FOUNDATION
DALLAS, TX, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
75-2890371
•
•
•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led
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The Dallas Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, focusing primarily on funding initiatives in Texas, Washington D.C., and California. Grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
DALLAS FOUNDATION BRINGS TOGETHER PEOPLE, IDEAS AND INVESTMENTS IN GREATER DALLAS SO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES CAN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.
Cause Areas
9
Early childhood education
Family services
Shelter and residential care
Foundations
Nonprofits
Philanthropy and public policy
Venture philanthropy
Health care access
Community and economic development
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Populations
2
Adults
Children and youth
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Dallas Museum of Art
$21.8M
3%
EDUCATIONAL FIRST STEPS
$17.1M
3%
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATORS INC
$16.4M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
788
Median 1st year grant
$16K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DALLAS FOUNDATION?
No. THE DALLAS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DALLAS FOUNDATION give?
THE DALLAS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, District Of Columbia, and California. 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 THE DALLAS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DALLAS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $16 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DALLAS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DALLAS FOUNDATION awarded about 790 grants, totaling nearly $87.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DALLAS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DALLAS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2,230 grantees. Recent grantees include Dallas Museum of Art, EDUCATIONAL FIRST STEPS, and NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATORS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DALLAS FOUNDATION?
THE DALLAS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.