Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable is a private foundation based in Rogers, Arkansas. It supports other 501(c)(3) organizations through monetary donations for their ongoing charitable activities.
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable at a glance
In short: Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable gave $3.5M across 35 grants in 2024 (avg $101K), mostly in Arkansas. 3% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,531,000
- +85.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 35
- +6.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $100,886
- +74.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $8,000
- Total assets
- $39,372,327
- +5.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 3% first-time grantees (1 of 35, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Arkansas (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 22 W Wimbledon Way, Rogers, AR 72758
Phone: (479) 426-0602
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Arkansas Razorback Foundation ($2.5M). Together the top 10 received $3.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
110 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 79 grants of 110 (72%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arkansas, 2% to New York, and 1% to Missouri. New Mexico and the District of Columbia each accounted for 0% as reported.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 35 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable open to new grantees?
3%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 35 grantees (3%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $20K; repeat grants $103K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $7K repeat.
- 91% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 252% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 168% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2024). 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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2021) to $3.5M (2024). In 2024 it made 35 grants totaling $3.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Razorback Foundation Fayetteville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $2,510,000 |
| Walton Arts Center Fayetteville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $249,000 |
| Theatre Squared Fayetteville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $105,000 |
| First Baptist Church Rogers, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $100,000 |
| The Claire Elizabeth Dennis Memorial Fund Rogers, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $100,000 |
| Sona Fayetteville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $82,500 |
| American Folk Art Museum New York, NY | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $75,000 |
| Arcare Foundation Augusta, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $50,000 |
| Bentonville Library Foundation Bentonville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $50,000 |
| Champions for Kids Fayetteville, AR | To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity. | $50,000 |
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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 | $39,372,327 | $5,524,529 | $3,546,714 | $3,531,000 | 35 | $3,531,000 | $1,520,769 | $2,102,349 |
| 2023 | $37,394,512 | $2,648,369 | $1,963,095 | $1,903,000 | 33 | $1,903,000 | $644,277 | $1,855,092 |
| 2022 | $36,709,238 | $19,591,289 | $2,025,102 | $1,974,500 | 27 | $1,974,500 | $280,936 | $1,369,465 |
| 2021 | $19,143,051 | $20,151,917 | $1,008,866 | $1,002,500 | 15 | $1,002,500 | $343,843 | $429,543 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable reported a distributable amount of $2.1M 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’s stated activity is to support other 501(c)(3) organizations with donations for their ongoing charitable activities. Its 2024 grants included arts and cultural organizations, libraries, a school-focused organization, and other charitable organizations.
Among its grantees, Theatre Squared describes its work as creating professional theatre, expanding arts access, and serving as a national center for new plays. The American Folk Art Museum describes itself as a museum of folk and self-taught art. Bentonville Library Foundation says it works to increase access and enhance literacy in its community, while Champions for Kids says it encourages behaviors that promote reading and life skills for local schools, teachers, and students.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 35 grants totaling $3,531,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $2,510,000, with a median grant of $8,000. The stated purpose for the largest listed grants was to assist with the recipients’ ongoing operations.
Notable 2024 grants included $2,510,000 to the University of Arkansas Razorback Foundation; $249,000 to Walton Arts Center; $105,000 to Theatre Squared; $100,000 each to First Baptist Church and The Claire Elizabeth Dennis Memorial Fund; and $82,500 to SONA. Other grants included $75,000 to the American Folk Art Museum, $50,000 each to Arcare Foundation, Bentonville Library Foundation, and Champions for Kids, and $35,000 to Crystal Bridges.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rebecca Alexander as president, Robert Alexander as vice-president, and Gerald Dennis as director.
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable is led by Rebecca Alexander, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rebecca Alexander
President
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gerald Dennis
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Alexander
Vice President
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable
How much does Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable give each year?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable gave $3.5M across 35 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.9M across 33 grants.
What is Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's typical grant size?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's median grant in 2024 was $8,000, and its average grant was $100,886, across 35 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable that year got $20K on average.
Where does Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable give grants?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable gives mostly in Arkansas: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Fayetteville, AR (11 grants), Bentonville, AR (7 grants), Rogers, AR (6 grants) and Little Rock, AR (3 grants).
Does Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 35 grants with a stated purpose on Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Assist with Ongoing Operations of the Charity." (35 grants).
Who are Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's largest grantees?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's largest 2024 grantees include University of Arkansas Razorback Foundation ($2,510,000), Walton Arts Center ($249,000) and Theatre Squared ($105,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 81% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable reported $39.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable fund?
The foundation’s stated activity is to support other 501(c)(3) organizations with donations for their ongoing charitable activities. Its 2024 grants included arts and cultural organizations, libraries, a school-focused organization, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's EIN?
Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-2157589. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does Becky and Bob Alexander Charitable accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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