Gary Patterson Foundation
THE BIG GOOD IS A TAX-EXEMPT, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE SUPPORT OF ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN IN AND AROUND FT. WORTH, TX. THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS AND SCHOLARSHIPS THAT FOCUS ON EDUCATION, LIFESKILLS AND HEALTH AND PROVIDING EQUITABLE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL CHILDREN.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$491K
-5.6% YoY
Revenue
$1.2M
-21.9% YoY
Net Investment Income
$6K
-90.7% YoY
Expenses
$1.2M
-10.2% YoY
About Gary Patterson Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Gary Patterson Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in FORT WORTH, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $491K in total assets. Net investment income was $6K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
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Grant Distribution by State
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Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $491,498 | $520,750 | $398,716 |
| Revenue | $1,193,739 | $1,527,573 | $1,308,248 |
| Expenses | $1,226,774 | $1,366,046 | $1,188,327 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,644 | $60,607 | $1,027 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
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Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
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Giving History
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No grants recorded for 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARY PATTERSON | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| KELSEY PATTERSON | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| DEAN HAYES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| IRENE HAYES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gary Patterson Foundation?
Gary Patterson Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in FORT WORTH, TX. It holds $491K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Gary Patterson Foundation?
As of 2024, Gary Patterson Foundation holds $491K in total assets with $1.2M in annual revenue.
Where does Gary Patterson Foundation operate?
Gary Patterson Foundation has awarded grants in California, Texas.
What is Gary Patterson Foundation's EIN?
Gary Patterson Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0025657. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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