Texoma Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Denison, Texas, established in April 1983. The foundation promotes health and wellbeing across a four-county rural service area spanning North Texas and Southern Oklahoma, with a particular emphasis on behavioral health and mental wellness initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$82.3M
+9.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.9M
+3.0% YoY
Grant Count
61
+7.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$47K
-3.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to support the health and well-being of residents in Grayson and Fannin counties in North Texas and Bryan and Marshall counties in Southern Oklahoma.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Behavioral Health & Mental Health: A priority area addressing the region's mental health challenges
- Health Workforce Development: Supporting education and training for health professionals
- Prevention and Education: Programs focused on disease and crisis prevention
- Direct Services: Support for organizations providing direct health services to residents
- Education: Including STEM education and science teacher support
- Human Services: Programs addressing broader community needs
Grantmaking
The foundation operates an annual grant application cycle lasting approximately three months. Applicants must first complete an eligibility form to verify alignment with foundation goals before submitting a full application. Proposals are reviewed through both independent and group review processes to ensure fairness. Applicants are notified of funding decisions following the review period.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation serves a four-county region:
- North Texas: Grayson and Fannin counties
- Southern Oklahoma: Bryan and Marshall counties
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending June 2024:
- Total Assets: $82,264,031
- Total Revenue: $9,224,955
- Total Expenses: $5,178,422
- Total Liabilities: $468,000
- Number of Employees: 10
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $82,264,031 | $74,825,750 | $64,637,164 |
| Revenue | $9,224,955 | $11,759,493 | $8,927,814 |
| Expenses | $5,178,422 | $4,608,151 | $4,825,916 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $4,477,580 | $2,726,133 | $4,783,176 |
| 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
180 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Texoma Health Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include City of Denison Tx ($793,519), Region 10 Education Service C ($225,502), Open Arms Shelter ($185,988).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC OKLAHOMA CITY, OK | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| AUSTIN COLLEGE SHERMAN, TX | SEPA PROGRAM | $16,000 |
| BIG FIVE COMMUNITY SERVICES DURANT, OK | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $20,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB RED RIVER DURANT, OK | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $30,000 |
| CASA OF GRAYSON COUNTY SHERMAN, TX | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| CHILD & FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTE SHERMAN, TX | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $121,950 |
| CITY OF DENISON TX DENISON, TX | THF PARK CONSTRUCTION | $793,519 |
| COLTON SHERRILL FOUNDATION DURANT, OK | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $15,450 |
| COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME NASHVILLE, TN | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $20,000 |
| CRISIS CONTROL CENTER DURANT, OK | PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT | $35,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President/CEO: Cynthia Michelle Lemming
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYNTHIA M LEMMING | President & CEO | 40 | $242,760 |
| KITTY RICHARDSON | COO | 40 | $104,614 |
| HEATHER BURRAGE | Director | 1 | — |
| SETH FAIRCHILD | Director | 1 | — |
| LESLIE MATTHEWS | Director | 1 | — |
| PAT FLYNN | Vice Chairman | 1 | — |
| JOE FALLON | Chairman | 1 | — |
| DAN LITTLE | Director | 1 | — |
| CINDY BANKSTON | Director | 1 | — |
| GINGER NYE | Secretary/Treas | 1 | — |
| DR JEANNINE HATT | Director | 1 | — |
| TIMOTHY PARKER MD | Director | 1 | — |
| JIM WALKER | Imm Past Chair | 1 | — |
| BARBARA MALONE | Director | 1 | — |
| BRYCE MARTENS | Director | 1 | — |
| BILL WILSON | Director | 1 | — |
| TRACI HOWARD MOORE | Director | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has received significant external funding to support mental health initiatives in the region, including grants totaling $12 million and $1 million designated for mental health programs. The foundation has also announced Community Champion Award recipients recognizing leaders in behavioral health and community impact.
$12 million grant boosts Texoma mental health programs | Health | kten.comThe foundation administers the Fannin County Hospital Authority Fund through community foundation partnerships, providing ongoing support for health infrastructure and services in the region.
$1 million grant awarded to support mental health in TexomaSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Texoma Health Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is to support the health and well-being of residents in Grayson and Fannin counties in North Texas and Bryan and Marshall counties in Southern Oklahoma. Primary funding focus areas include: • **Behavioral Health & Mental Health**: A priority area addressing the region's mental health challenges • **Health Workforce Development**: Supporting education and training for health professionals • **Prevention and Education**: Programs focused on disease and crisis prevention •…
How do I apply for a grant from Texoma Health Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $3,105,582 (2024) • Typical award range: $5,055–$793,519 • Recent grants include awards to Open Arms Shelter ($185,988), Greater Texoma Health Clinic ($150,000), and Child and Family Guidance Center of Texoma ($121,950) **Application Process:** The foundation operates an annual grant application cycle lasting approximately three months. Applicants must first complete an eligibility form to verify alignment with foundation goals before submitting a full applic…
Where does Texoma Health Foundation make grants?
The foundation serves a four-county region: • **North Texas**: Grayson and Fannin counties • **Southern Oklahoma**: Bryan and Marshall counties
What size grants does Texoma Health Foundation award?
In 2024, Texoma Health Foundation awarded 61 grants totaling $2.9M — an average of about $47K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Texoma Health Foundation's EIN?
Texoma Health Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-1842956. 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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