The Elton M Hyder Foundation
The Elton M Hyder Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in several states and to organizations whose work includes affordable housing, food access, cultural and educational programs, and other community causes.
The Elton M Hyder Foundation at a glance
In short: The Elton M Hyder Foundation gave $52K across 36 grants in 2024 (avg $1K), top state Virginia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $51,512
- -32.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- -23.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,431
- -12.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $435,430
- +6.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Virginia (26% 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 Elton M Hyder Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: P O Box 471905, Fort Worth, TX 76147
Phone: (817) 332-5000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Elton M Hyder Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo ($1K). Together the top 3 received $3K.
Organizations only. It also paid 33 grants to individuals ($48,512), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
113 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 113 grants of 113 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grants went to recipients in multiple states. By grant dollars, the largest reported recipient-state shares were Virginia (26%), Texas (23%), an unidentified state category (“?”) (12%), Rhode Island (10%), and the District of Columbia (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $32K (2022) to $77K (2023). In 2024 it made 36 grants totaling $52K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 33 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $48,512 |
| Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Fort Worth, TX | Community Supporte | $1,000 |
| KERA Radio Dallas, TX | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ukraine 1991 Manhasset, NY | Donations | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $435,430 | $68,000 | $59,738 | $51,512 | 36 | $51,512 |
| 2023 | $407,168 | $96,322 | $107,450 | $76,624 | 47 | $76,624 |
| 2022 | $99,896 | $46,774 | $36,588 | $31,638 | 30 | $31,638 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. For example, Windy Hill Foundation describes its work as providing affordable housing and enrichment activities for low- and lower-income households, while an individual recipient says its mission is to help alleviate hunger and improve health. Middleburg Community Center describes itself as a gathering place for cultural, educational, and social activities. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not statements of the foundation’s own mission.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $51,512. Grants ranged from $120 to $7,200, with a median grant of $1,000. Larger awards included $7,200 to Windy Hill Foundation, $5,200 to the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and $3,000 each to two individual recipients Other listed grants included $2,000 to WETA, Halo Trust, Ukrainian Freedom Fund, and Okhmatdyt Hospital, and $1,500 to Alabama United Hearts for Ukraine I.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Elton M Hyder as president and director, and Laura Francis as treasurer.
The Elton M Hyder Foundation is led by Elton M Hyder, President & Director on every filing since 2022; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Elton M Hyder
President & Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura Francis
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 Elton M Hyder Foundation
How much does The Elton M Hyder Foundation give each year?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation gave $52K across 36 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $77K across 47 grants.
What is The Elton M Hyder Foundation's typical grant size?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,431, across 36 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Elton M Hyder Foundation give grants?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation's top state is Virginia, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Texas (23%) and Rhode Island (10%).
Does The Elton M Hyder Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 36 grants with a stated purpose on The Elton M Hyder Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donations" (19 grants) and "Donation" (15 grants).
Who are The Elton M Hyder Foundation's largest grantees?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo ($1,000), KERA Radio ($1,000) and Ukraine 1991 ($1,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 33 grants to individuals ($48,512), which are not listed by name. Together they received 6% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Elton M Hyder Foundation?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation reported $435K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $68K.
What does The Elton M Hyder Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Elton M Hyder Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it 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 Elton M Hyder Foundation's EIN?
The Elton M Hyder Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-1626020. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does The Elton M Hyder 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-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 5, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 15, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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