Frederick Pitzman Fund
Frederick Pitzman Fund is an independent private foundation based in Dallas, Texas. The organization was established in 1944 in Missouri and currently operates from Dallas.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$302K
-8.9% YoY
Grant Count
22
+10.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$14K
-17.2% YoY
Grantmaking
Frederick Pitzman Fund is an active grantmaker that accepts applications. Based on the most recent filing data:
Grant Range
** $1,000 to $244,000
How to Apply
and welcomes inquiries from prospective applicants.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily focuses its grantmaking in Texas, with particular activity in the Dallas area.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $3,812,128
- Annual Giving: $302,200
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| Revenue | — | — | — |
| Expenses | — | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
107 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Ozark Regional Land Trust ($244,000), Crossroads Schools ($19,000), Forest Park Forever ($10,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS OF KWMU ST LOUIS, MO | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $2,000 |
| SCHOLARSHIP FDN OF ST LOUIS ST LOUIS, MO | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $1,000 |
| TEXAS INST OF DEV PEDIATRICS LEANDER, TX | SAM S ADVENTURE CAMP | $200 |
| READY READERS ST LOUIS, MO | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $1,500 |
| WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ST LOUIS, MO | POSITIVE OPPORTUNITIES WITH | $1,000 |
| GATEWAY TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS CHICAGO, IL | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $2,000 |
| THE SHELDON ARTS FOUNDATION SAINT LOUIS, MO | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $1,000 |
| ST LOUIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FDNT BRIDGETON, MO | MERAMEC CAMPUS WILDFLOWER | $5,000 |
| PREVENT ED ST LOUIIS, MO | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL | $100 |
| COMMUNITY FDN OF THE OZAR INC SPRINGFIELD, MO | ED MITCHELL MEMORIAL | $200 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BANK OF AMERICA | TRUSTEE | 1 | $5,573 |
| FREDERICK M EARLY | TRUSTEE | 5 | $1,857 |
| MELISSA EARLY RUWITCH | TRUSTEE | 5 | $1,857 |
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 653067, Dallas, TX 75265-3067
Phone: 888-866-3275
EIN: 43-6023901
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a grant from Frederick Pitzman Fund?
Frederick Pitzman Fund is an active grantmaker that accepts applications. Based on the most recent filing data: • **Annual Giving:** $302,200 • **Number of Grants:** 19 grants annually • **Grant Range:** $1,000 to $244,000 • **Median Grant Size:** $2,000 • **Giving Rate:** 7.9% of assets The foundation distributes grants through a competitive application process and welcomes inquiries from prospective applicants.
Where does Frederick Pitzman Fund make grants?
The foundation primarily focuses its grantmaking in Texas, with particular activity in the Dallas area.
What size grants does Frederick Pitzman Fund award?
In 2024, Frederick Pitzman Fund awarded 22 grants totaling $302K — an average of about $14K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Frederick Pitzman Fund's EIN?
Frederick Pitzman Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-6023901. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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