A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation
The A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation is a private foundation based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is a non-operating foundation that carries out its charitable purposes solely through charitable gifts and grants, supporting eligible nonprofit organizations, primarily in Oklahoma and Maine, with particular emphasis on Tulsa and Boothbay Harbor.
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation at a glance
In short: A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation gave $7.1M across 45 grants in 2024 (avg $158K), mostly in Oklahoma. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,112,709
- -42.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 45
- +18.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $158,060
- -51.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $16,500
- Total assets
- $153,378
- -97.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Oklahoma (56% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation accepts written requests; no prescribed form is required. Requests should include the organization’s IRS exemption letter and a description of the project for which support is requested. Telephone requests are not accepted. The foundation does not make grants to individuals, and its stated eligibility excludes private foundations.
- Review Cycle
- Submit requests by the first day of January, April, July, or October. The advisory committee meets quarterly, normally around the first weeks of February, May, August, and November.
- Deadline
- Submit requests by the first day of January, April, July, or October.
- Contact
Application contact: Michael S Hopper Executive Vice Pre
Mailing address: 6120 South Yale Ave Suite 1900, Tulsa, OK 74136
Phone: (918) 744-0553
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Oral Roberts University ($1.4M). Together the top 10 received $6.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
169 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 148 grants of 169 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that it primarily supports organizations in Oklahoma and Maine, principally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Boothbay Harbor, Maine. In 2024, 56% of grant dollars went to recipients in Oklahoma and 43% to recipients in Maine.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 45 itemized grants.
Cities
How A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation gives
- 83% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 94% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $465K (2020) to $12.3M (2023). In 2024 it made 45 grants totaling $7.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK | GRANT | $1,450,000 |
| Boothbay Region YMCA Boothbay Harbor, ME | Annual Fund | $1,250,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Tulsa Tulsa, OK | Building Fund | $1,000,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art Portland, ME | GRANT | $1,000,000 |
| Holland Hall School Tulsa, OK | Annual Fund | $650,000 |
| Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Scienc East Boothbay, ME | Annual Fund | $500,000 |
| Tulsa Botanic Garden Tulsa, OK | Floral Terraces Garden | $500,000 |
| St Francis Health System Tulsa, OK | GRANT | $100,000 |
| The University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK | Annual Fund | $70,500 |
| Zillman Art Museum Bangor, ME | General Fund | $61,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $153,378 | $196,593 | $7,151,064 | $7,112,709 | 45 | $7,112,709 | $160,469 | $163,209 |
| 2023 | $7,060,012 | $188,861 | $12,310,406 | $12,267,100 | 38 | $12,267,100 | $352,017 | $701,643 |
| 2022 | $19,158,852 | $2,420,673 | $6,245,732 | $6,024,920 | 5 | $6,024,920 | $2,322,861 | $1,112,420 |
| 2021 | $22,969,090 | $6,256,038 | $3,814,979 | $3,662,562 | 42 | $3,662,562 | $6,142,602 | $1,275,211 |
| 2020 | $20,546,005 | $3,496,940 | $658,919 | $464,600 | 39 | — | $3,372,164 | $1,254,432 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation reported a distributable amount of $163K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not state a separate mission in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for universities, schools, museums, YMCAs, a botanical garden, a church, and health-related organizations. For example, Oral Roberts University describes its mission as developing “Holy Spirit-empowered leaders through whole person education,” while the Portland Museum of Art describes its aim as creating an inclusive space that champions open expression and makes art accessible to all.
Other 2024 recipients describe a range of community and educational work. The University of Tulsa says it is a student-centered research university that cultivates learning and prepares individuals to contribute to their campus, community, and world. Emergency Infant Services says it provides essential items to children and babies whose families are in financial crisis.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 45 grants totaling $7,112,709. Grant amounts ranged from $4,000 to $1,450,000, with a median grant of $16,500.
The largest 2024 grants included $1,450,000 to Oral Roberts University; $1,250,000 to Boothbay Region YMCA for its annual fund; $1,000,000 to YMCA of Greater Tulsa for its building fund; $1,000,000 to Portland Museum of Art; and $650,000 to Holland Hall School for its annual fund. Other grants included $500,000 to Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences for its annual fund and $500,000 to Tulsa Botanic Garden for its Floral Terraces Garden.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The Trust Company of Oklahoma is listed as trustee on the 2024 filing. The filing names Michael S. Hopper as the contact for grant requests, with the title shown as “Executive Vice Pre” in the filing.
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's only listed officer is The Trust Company Of Oklahoma, Trustee on every filing since 2020 (compensated).
Officers on the 2024 filing
The Trust Company Of Oklahoma
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$93K (2020) → $14K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $14K, to The Trust Company of Oklahoma (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation
How much does A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation give each year?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation gave $7.1M across 45 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $12.3M across 38 grants.
What is A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's typical grant size?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $16,500, and its average grant was $158,060, across 45 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation give grants?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation gives mostly in Oklahoma: 56% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maine (43%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tulsa, OK (19 grants), Boothbay Harbor, ME (6 grants), Portland, ME (3 grants) and Southport, ME (3 grants).
Does A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 67% of A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (30 of 45) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Grant" (3 grants).
Who are A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's largest grantees?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Oral Roberts University ($1,450,000), Boothbay Region YMCA ($1,270,000 across 2 grants) and Portland Museum of Art ($1,008,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation reported $153K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $7.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $163K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation fund?
The foundation does not state a separate mission in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for universities, schools, museums, YMCAs, a botanical garden, a church, and health-related organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation?
The foundation accepts written requests; no prescribed form is required. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's EIN?
A R and Marylouise Tandy Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-1254985. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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