Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn is a private foundation based in Houston, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports $53,000 in grants to 14 organizations; the foundation states that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn at a glance
In short: Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn gave $53K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $53,000
- +8.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- -17.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,786
- +31.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $874,823
- +50.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (91% 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 Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 510 Bering Dr 550, Houston, TX 77057
Phone: (713) 965-9400
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Young Life Houston Southwest ($6K). Together the top 10 received $47K.
Grant Size Distribution
48 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 48 grants of 48 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas and 9% to recipients in North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
How Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn gives
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 231% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 105% of 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 $14K (2020) to $53K (2024). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $53K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Life Houston Southwest Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $6,000 |
| Amazing Place Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| Austin Ridge Bible Church Austin, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| JDRF Southern Texas Chapter Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| Logos Leaders Outreach Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| The Micah Project Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| The Urban Alternative Dallas, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $5,000 |
| West Houston Young Life Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $3,500 |
| Grace Bible Church Houston, TX | For Charitable Purposes | $2,500 |
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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 | $874,823 | $349,946 | $58,476 | $53,000 | 14 | $53,000 | $344,470 | $50,253 |
| 2023 | $583,353 | $28,686 | $57,536 | $49,000 | 17 | $50,075 | $21,225 | $51,817 |
| 2022 | $612,203 | $135,869 | $44,487 | $34,000 | 7 | $35,125 | $133,290 | $48,809 |
| 2021 | $520,821 | $714,159 | $19,315 | $16,000 | 7 | $16,900 | $98,513 | $20,219 |
| 2020 | $222,986 | $18,711 | $16,806 | $13,500 | 3 | — | $16,305 | $13,296 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn reported a distributable amount of $50K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants include organizations whose stated work spans Christian ministry, spiritual and physical aid, health and rehabilitation, and support for people affected by Parkinson’s disease. For example, The Urban Alternative describes its work as equipping and uniting Christians to rebuild lives, and Logos Leaders Outreach says it disciples men through Bible instruction and accountability. Samaritan’s Purse describes providing spiritual and physical aid to people in need, while TIRR Foundation and Houston Area Parkinson Society describe work supporting people affected by neurological conditions.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $53,000 through 14 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $6,000, with a median grant of $5,000. Notable grants included $6,000 to Young Life Houston Southwest and $5,000 each to Amazing Place, Austin Ridge Bible Church, JDRF Southern Texas Chapter, Logos Leaders Outreach, Samaritan’s Purse, The Micah Project, and The Urban Alternative. The filing lists all grant purposes as “for charitable purposes.” Separately, grantee information reports 2024 awards of $1,000 each to TIRR Foundation and Houston Area Parkinson Society.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Dawson O George III as president; Allison B George as secretary; and Kathryn G Murray, Douglas Barrett Orme George, and Emily G Seiders as trustees.
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn is led by Dawson O. George III, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Dawson O. George III
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Douglas Barrett Orme George
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kathryn G. Murray
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Emily G. Seiders
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Allison B. George
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Emily Allison George (2020–2022) — Trustee
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.
Frequently asked questions about Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn
How much does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn give each year?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn gave $53K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $49K across 17 grants.
What is Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's typical grant size?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $3,786, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn give grants?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn gives mostly in Texas: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was North Carolina (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (11 grants).
Who are Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's largest grantees?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's largest 2024 grantees include Young Life Houston Southwest ($6,000), Amazing Place ($5,000) and Austin Ridge Bible Church ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn reported $875K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $53K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $50K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants include organizations whose stated work spans Christian ministry, spiritual and physical aid, health and rehabilitation, and support for people affected by Parkinson’s disease. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's EIN?
Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 76-0508308. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Dawson O and Allison B George Fndn 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.
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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