Directors Foundation
Directors Foundation is a private foundation based in Abilene, Texas. It supports nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations that follow Christian principles and are referred by trusted friends, with an emphasis on solid leadership, financial sustainability, and accountability.
Directors Foundation at a glance
In short: Directors Foundation gave $2.0M across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $68K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,964,319
- +0.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- -14.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $67,735
- +18.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $282,699
- +29.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (99% 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 Directors Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s website describes an application process for nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations referred by trusted friends. It directs applicants to its website for application requirements and information. The stated criteria include Christian-based principles, solid leadership, financial sustainability, and clear organizational accountability. The 2024 filing also directs applicants to the website for materials and restrictions; it does not specify a deadline.
- Contact
Application contact: Terry L Groban
Mailing address: 6550 Directors Parkway, Abilene, TX 79606
Phone: (325) 695-3412
Email: terry.groban@funeraldirectorslife.com
Website: https://www.directorsfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Directors Foundation
Who Directors Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Abilene Youth Sports Authority ($762K). Together the top 10 received $1.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
142 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 106 grants of 142 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that 99% of grant dollars went to Texas recipients, 1% to Minnesota, and less than 1% to Kentucky. Listed Texas recipients include organizations in Abilene and San Antonio; the filing also lists a Minnesota recipient.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
Cities
How Directors Foundation gives
- 86% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 97% 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 $858K (2020) to $2.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $2.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abilene Youth Sports Authority Abilene, TX | Operations | $762,209 |
| Beltway Park Baptist Church Abilene, TX | Operations | $245,000 |
| All Kind Animal Initiative Abilene, TX | Operations | $200,000 |
| Vital Seeds Ministries San Antonio, TX | Operations | $107,275 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Abilene, TX | Operations | $65,000 |
| Abilene Zoological Society Abilene, TX | Operations | $62,500 |
| Hendrick Home for Children Abilene, TX | Operations | $50,000 |
| Love Care Ministries Abilene, TX | Operations | $50,000 |
| Pregnancy Resources of Abilene Abilene, TX | Operations | $50,000 |
| Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX | oPERATIONS | $40,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Filing type: Form 990-PF (a private foundation). EIN: 46-3081716.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $282,699 | $2,044,605 | $1,979,509 | $1,964,319 | 29 | $1,979,509 | $29,622 | $31,322 |
| 2023 | $217,603 | $2,061,052 | $1,966,316 | $1,951,100 | 34 | $1,966,316 | $15,168 | $18,227 |
| 2022 | $122,867 | $1,245,300 | $1,509,373 | $1,493,010 | 28 | $1,509,373 | — | $28,508 |
| 2021 | $386,940 | $1,082,891 | $1,011,533 | $995,413 | 29 | $1,011,533 | — | $24,921 |
| 2020 | $315,582 | $1,016,282 | $943,277 | $858,426 | 22 | — | — | $17,542 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Directors Foundation reported a distributable amount of $31K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says it was established to support nonprofit organizations that demonstrate Christian principles and are known as helpers of people. Its website describes a process that considers whether organizations share its values, have strong leadership and vision, are sustainable, and can provide accountability.
The 2024 grantees include organizations with varied missions. Abilene Youth Sports Authority describes its work as reshaping youth sports and providing a safe, encouraging atmosphere where children can develop skills, character, and confidence. All Kind Animal Initiative says it seeks to improve animal welfare in Abilene. Abilene Zoological Society describes its role as providing an animal-oriented educational and recreational resource to promote environmental awareness, conservation, and research. Pregnancy Resources of Abilene says it offers compassionate support and positive solutions, while Abilene Christian University describes its mission as educating students for Christian service and leadership.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, Directors Foundation reported 29 grants totaling $1,964,319. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $762,209, with a median of $25,000. The largest awards included $762,209 to Abilene Youth Sports Authority, $245,000 to Beltway Park Baptist Church, $200,000 to All Kind Animal Initiative, and $107,275 to Vital Seeds Ministries. Each was listed for operations.
Other reported grants included $65,000 to Fellowship of Christian Athletes, $62,500 to Abilene Zoological Society, $50,000 each to Hendrick Home for Children, Love Care Ministries, and Pregnancy Resources of Abilene, and $40,000 each to Abilene Christian University and Hardin-Simmons University. The filing also listed $30,000 to Hendrick Hospice Care, whose stated services include counseling, nursing, and social work for terminally ill people and their families.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s website says its Board of Directors is elected annually, approves the annual philanthropic budget, evaluates charities that have passed the application process, and determines the foundation’s involvement. The board members listed on the website are Kris Seale, Dawson Rodriguez, Dwayne McGraw, Pat Baxter, Drew Seale, Terry Groban, Robert Hamil, Todd Carlson, Nadene Smith, Paul Lovelace, Jeff Stewart, Addison Templeton, Theron Holladay, and Lisa Davidson.
The 2024 filing lists Billy K Seale, Dawson Rodriguez, Drew Seale, Terry Groban, Robert Hamil, Dwayne McGraw, Todd Carlson, Nadene Smith, Paul Lovelace, and Jeff Stewart as directors.
Directors Foundation's 2024 filing lists 14 officers; none of the 14 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Billy K. Seale
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dawson Rodriguez
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Terry Groban
Director
Dirctor → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Addison Templeton
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Stewart
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Davidson
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nadene Smith
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pat Baxter
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Lovelace
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Hamil
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Theron Holladay
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Carlson
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Drew Seale
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dwayne McGraw
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Mark France (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Terri Bannister (2021–2022) — Director
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 Directors Foundation
How much does Directors Foundation give each year?
Directors Foundation gave $2.0M across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.0M across 34 grants.
What is Directors Foundation's typical grant size?
Directors Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $67,735, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Directors Foundation give grants?
Directors Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Abilene, TX (24 grants).
Does Directors Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on Directors Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "oPERATIONS" (29 grants).
Who are Directors Foundation's largest grantees?
Directors Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Abilene Youth Sports Authority ($762,209), Beltway Park Baptist Church ($245,000) and All Kind Animal Initiative ($200,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Directors Foundation?
Directors Foundation reported $283K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $31K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Directors Foundation fund?
The foundation says it was established to support nonprofit organizations that demonstrate Christian principles and are known as helpers of people. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Directors Foundation?
The foundation’s website describes an application process for nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations referred by trusted friends. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Directors Foundation's EIN?
Directors Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3081716. 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 October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS June 20, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 8, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 10, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Directors Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/directors-foundation-morg_806486a445854d918e898a76ba2ec2a6
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