The Dedman Foundation
The Dedman Foundation is a private foundation based in Dallas, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including educational institutions, arts and cultural organizations, and other nonprofits.
The Dedman Foundation at a glance
In short: The Dedman Foundation gave $2.1M across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $211K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,112,939
- +709.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +233.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $211,294
- +142.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $162,727
- Total assets
- $46,086,487
- +3.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (69% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Dedman Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5956 Sherry Lane 1800, Dallas, TX 75225
Phone: (214) 461-4884
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Dedman Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Southern Methodist University ($581K). Together the top 10 received $2.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
24 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 24 (33%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in Texas (69% of grant dollars), Florida (20%), Georgia (8%), and New Jersey (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Dedman Foundation gives
- 30% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 104% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 100% 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 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 $149K (2020) to $6.9M (2022). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $2.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX | General Support - Educational | $580,951 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee, FL | General Support - Educational | $426,224 |
| University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX | General Support - Educational | $365,951 |
| University of North Texas Denton, TX | General Support - Educational | $227,320 |
| The Salvation Army Norcross, GA | General Support | $170,490 |
| Dallas Museum of Art Dallas, TX | General Support | $154,963 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas Dallas, TX | General Support | $71,033 |
| Usga Liberty Corner, NJ | General Support | $64,507 |
| Sweetheart Ball Inc Dallas, TX | General Support | $50,000 |
| Southwestern Medical Foundation Dallas, TX | General Support | $1,500 |
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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 | $46,086,487 | $1,113,142 | $2,049,549 | $2,112,939 | 10 | $2,224,637 | $929,398 | $2,225,106 |
| 2023 | $44,478,082 | $1,183,711 | $534,764 | $260,969 | 3 | — | $1,183,711 | — |
| 2022 | $41,427,609 | $1,354,630 | $7,299,887 | $6,901,327 | 2 | — | $1,354,630 | — |
| 2021 | $49,017,615 | $3,210,640 | $1,493,925 | $1,038,099 | 4 | — | $3,210,640 | — |
| 2020 | $45,543,800 | $1,307,229 | $498,796 | $148,739 | 5 | — | $1,307,229 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Dedman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.2M 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
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants include educational support for universities and general support for organizations such as the Dallas Museum of Art and The Salvation Army. The Dallas Museum of Art describes its work as presenting art across cultures and time and placing art and diverse communities at the center of its activities. Southern Methodist University says its mission is education through research and teaching, with the aim of preparing people to contribute to their communities and lead professions.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation gave $2,112,939 through 10 grants. Grant sizes ranged from $1,500 to $580,951, with a median of $162,726. The largest grants were $580,951 to Southern Methodist University, $426,224 to Florida State University, $365,951 to the University of Texas at Austin, and $227,320 to the University of North Texas. Other notable grants included $170,490 to The Salvation Army and $154,963 to the Dallas Museum of Art.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Robert H. Dedman Jr. as president and treasurer; Nancy M. Dedman, Jonathan D. Dietz, and Rachel R. Dedman as vice presidents, with Rachel R. Dedman also serving as secretary. Directors listed are Dr. Jay Hartzell, James Huffines, Ray L. Hunt, Ambassador Mark Langdale, Dr. Daniel K. Podolsky, and Dr. R. Gerald Turner.
The Dedman Foundation is led by Robert H. Dedman Jr., President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert H. Dedman Jr.
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Daniel K. Podolsky MD
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jay Hartzell
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
R. Gerald Turner
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ray L. Hunt
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amb Mark Langdale
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Huffines
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy M. Dedman
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel R. Dedman
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan D. Dietz
Vice President
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Amb Mark Langdale Start (2021) — Director
- Former: Cary M. Maguire Left (2021) — Director
- Former: James Huffines Start (2021) — Director
- Former: Ward L. Huey Jr Left (2021) — Director
- Former: Cary M. Maguire (2020) — Director
- Former: Ward L. Huey Jr. (2020) — 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 The Dedman Foundation
How much does The Dedman Foundation give each year?
The Dedman Foundation gave $2.1M across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $261K across 3 grants.
What is The Dedman Foundation's typical grant size?
The Dedman Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $162,727, and its average grant was $211,294, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Dedman Foundation give grants?
The Dedman Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (20%) and Georgia (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Dallas, TX (5 grants).
Does The Dedman Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Dedman Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Dedman Foundation's largest grantees?
The Dedman Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Southern Methodist University ($580,951), Florida State University ($426,224) and University of Texas at Austin ($365,951), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Dedman Foundation?
The Dedman Foundation reported $46.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.2M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.2M (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 The Dedman Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants include educational support for universities and general support for organizations such as the Dallas Museum of Art and The Salvation Army. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Dedman Foundation?
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Dedman Foundation's EIN?
The Dedman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-2604170. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Dedman Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Dedman Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-dedman-foundation-morg_d29ab87613fd4bf0accc25d0ffda87da
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