Dillard Family Foundation
The Dillard Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. Its 2024 grants went to organizations in Texas, including organizations supporting housing, rehabilitation, youth, food assistance, public safety, and education-related work.
Dillard Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Dillard Family Foundation gave $763K across 28 grants in 2024 (avg $27K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $763,040
- +20.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- +55.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $27,251
- -22.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $16,109,718
- +4.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% 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 Dillard Family Foundation
- 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: 1320 S University Drive 701, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Phone: (817) 708-3663
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Dillard Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Midwestern State University ($205K). Together the top 10 received $620K.
Grant Size Distribution
62 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 48 grants of 62 (77%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Texas. Many listed recipients are based in Wichita Falls.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
Cities
How Dillard Family Foundation gives
- 46% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 25% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 98% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 $332K (2020) to $763K (2024). In 2024 it made 28 grants totaling $763K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX | Energy Center Funding | $205,000 |
| The Hundred Club of Wichita Falls Wichita Falls, TX | Shield 616 Program | $82,000 |
| Presbyterian Manor - House of Hope Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $56,368 |
| Sheppard Military Affairs Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $55,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Wichita Falls Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $55,000 |
| Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation Dallas, TX | Operations | $48,950 |
| North Texas Rehabilitation Center Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $34,822 |
| Beacon Lighthouse Inc Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $34,000 |
| Camp Fire North Texas Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $25,000 |
| Senior Citizens Services of North Texas Inc Wichita Falls, TX | Operations | $23,900 |
Ready to take the next step with Dillard Family Foundation?
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 | $16,109,718 | $1,610,669 | $952,151 | $763,040 | 28 | $763,040 | $326,132 | $779,789 |
| 2023 | $15,451,192 | $1,483,299 | $793,859 | $634,259 | 18 | $634,259 | $251,416 | $661,181 |
| 2022 | $14,767,922 | $1,351,060 | $745,168 | $575,698 | 9 | $575,698 | $91,164 | $627,833 |
| 2021 | $14,162,030 | $1,306,380 | $725,720 | $610,792 | 6 | $654,245 | $139,479 | $693,779 |
| 2020 | $13,581,370 | $11,102,451 | $370,243 | $331,660 | 1 | — | — | $175,669 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dillard Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $780K 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 foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. For example, Habitat for Humanity of Wichita Falls describes its work as building affordable housing and revitalizing neighborhoods; North Texas Rehabilitation Center says it provides medical rehabilitation and developmental, educational, and wellness services; and Camp Fire North Texas says it builds caring, confident youth and future leaders. The Wichita Falls Area Food Bank describes its mission as fighting hunger through food, education, and advocacy.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 28 grants totaling $763,040. Grants ranged from $500 to $205,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Among the largest awards were $205,000 to Midwestern State University for energy center funding; $82,000 to The Hundred Club of Wichita Falls for its Shield 616 program; and $56,368 to Presbyterian Manor – House of Hope for operations. Other notable awards included $55,000 each to Sheppard Military Affairs and Habitat for Humanity of Wichita Falls, and $48,950 to Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists the following board members: Jeff R. Dillard, Stephen Gustafson Sr, Dale Harvey, Mikal Powers, Bud Dillard, and Arvin R. Dillard IV.
Dillard Family Foundation's 2024 filing lists 6 officers; 5 of 6 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bud Dillard
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
$2K (2021) → $5K (2024)
Dale Harvey
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
$5K (2021) → $5K (2024)
Mikal Powers
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
$2K (2021) → $5K (2024)
Stephen Gustafson Sr.
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
$5K (2021) → $5K (2024)
Arvin R. Dillard IV
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
$3K (2024)
Jeff R. Dillard
Board Member
Vice President & Secretary → Board Member, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
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 $5K, to Stephen Gustafson Sr (Board Member). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Dillard Family Foundation
How much does Dillard Family Foundation give each year?
Dillard Family Foundation gave $763K across 28 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $634K across 18 grants.
What is Dillard Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Dillard Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $27,251, across 28 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Dillard Family Foundation give grants?
Dillard Family Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Wichita Falls, TX (22 grants) and Fort Worth, TX (3 grants).
Does Dillard Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on Dillard Family Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Operations" (26 grants).
Who are Dillard Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Dillard Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Midwestern State University ($205,000), The Hundred Club of Wichita Falls ($82,000) and Presbyterian Manor - House of Hope ($56,368), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Dillard Family Foundation?
Dillard Family Foundation reported $16.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $763K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $780K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Dillard Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Dillard Family Foundation?
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 Dillard Family Foundation's EIN?
Dillard Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-2066176. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Dillard Family Foundation 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
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Dillard Family Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
James N McCoy Foundation
Wichita Falls, TX
The James N. McCoy Foundation supports Christian organizations and nonprofits working in education, healthcare, community development, crime prevention, and social services, including general operations, projects, and capital campaigns. It focuses primarily on organizations in Wichita County, Texas; recent grants ranged from $5,000 to $2.375 million, with a median of $40,000 in 2025. New applicants must submit an LOI through the online portal before being invited to apply.
Assets
$224.7M
Grants
68
Total Given
$11.5M
Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation
Wichita Falls, TX
Wichita Falls Area Community funds nonprofits working in areas such as education, health and human services, arts and culture, animal welfare, historic preservation, and the environment. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,100 to $2.23 million, with a median of $12,850, and its annual grant cycle serves eligible nonprofits in seven North Texas counties. It accepts applications from eligible nonprofits through an online portal.
Assets
$91.2M
Grants
120
Total Given
$5.5M
J S Bridwell Foundation
Wichita Falls, TX
The J S Bridwell Foundation funds Texas charitable organizations, including work in education, community facilities, health care, social services, and cultural programming, with most grants going to Wichita Falls-area recipients. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $1 million, with a median of $10,000. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$19.3M
Grants
92
Total Given
$3.0M
The Fain Foundation
Wichita Falls, TX
The Fain Foundation supports a range of charitable work, including youth programs, food assistance, arts, education, and community facilities, with 2025 grants going to Texas organizations. Its grants ranged from $1,000 to $333,334, with a median of $10,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$7.3M
Grants
85
Total Given
$1.4M
Bryant Edwards Foundation Inc
Wichita Falls, TX
The Bryant Edwards Foundation funds operating budgets, pledges, and community programs, including youth, education, health, food assistance, and community development initiatives. In 2025, its 93 grants ranged from $1,000 to $333,334, with a median of $10,000, and all went to Texas recipients. It gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$8.4M
Grants
93
Total Given
$1.7M
The Priddy Foundation
Wichita Falls, TX
The Priddy Foundation funds human services, education, arts, and health programs, as well as operating and capital needs, to support individual development and community improvement. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,098 to $1,726,710, with a median of $34,160, for organizations physically located in specified counties in North Texas and southern Oklahoma. It accepts unsolicited online Letters of Intent, due February 1 or August 1; invited applicants may then submit a full application.
Assets
$199.0M
Grants
151
Total Given
$14.2M
More similar funders
More Funders in Texas
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Dillard Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/dillard-family-foundation-morg_bfbc7ec1bac24814bbea80326ab89442
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_202066176_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{Dillard Family Foundation funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/dillard-family-foundation-morg_bfbc7ec1bac24814bbea80326ab89442},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-11. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from Dillard Family Foundation's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Dillard Family Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?