The Real Estate Council Foundation
The Real Estate Council Foundation ignites positive community change and provides innovative solutions that help support local communities through its unique approach which utilizes the professional skills of the members of the parent organization.
The Real Estate Council Foundation at a glance
In short: The Real Estate Council Foundation gave $30K across 2 grants in 2020 (avg $15K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $30,191
- Grants made (2020)
- 2
- Average grant
- $15,096
- Median grant
- $15,096
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2020; updated September 2026.
Who The Real Estate Council Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Scholarshot ($25K). Together the top 2 received $30K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 2 grants totaling $30K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarshot Dallas, TX | Scholarship Money to Underpriviledged Kids | $25,000 |
| Citysquare Dallas, TX | Renovation of Forest Theater Facade | $5,191 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $482,196 | $580,296 | $30,191 | 2 | $286,770 |
About The Real Estate Council Foundation
Based on IRS filings
The Real Estate Council Foundation is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Dallas, TX. IRS filing data is available for 2020. In 2020, it awarded 2 grants totaling $30K. Net investment income was $287K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Real Estate Council Foundation is led by Linda McMahon, CEO & President on the 2020 filing; 3 of 30 officers listed in 2020 are compensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Linda McMahon
CEO & President
New on the 2020 filing
4 hrs/week
$29K (2020)
Allison Hubbard
Professional Service Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Blair Oden
Metrics Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Campbell Roche
Fundraising Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cathy Janke
Grant Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Ballard
Alc Class Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael B. Ablon
Chairman
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Felicia Pierson
Senior Director
New on the 2020 filing
20 hrs/week
$65K (2020)
Carla Brandt
CFO
New on the 2020 filing
10 hrs/week
$12K (2020)
Brian Heflin
Treasurer
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian Neitzel
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Craig Wilson
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Edward Spooner
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jason Weeks
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Keenan Kolendo
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kimberly Byrum
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lindsay S. Megee
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Liz C. Trocchio Smith
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marshall Hess
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew R. Shem
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Blackwell
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michelle Greenstreet
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Acuna-Pilgrim
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Hinkley Kennington
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Rodgers
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shane M. Bowen
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephanie Laughlin
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Dillon
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tommy Mann
Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tyler Berns
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2020 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2020 filing was $65K, to Felicia Pierson (Sr Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Real Estate Council Foundation
How much does The Real Estate Council Foundation give each year?
The Real Estate Council Foundation gave $30K across 2 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990.
What is The Real Estate Council Foundation?
The Real Estate Council Foundation is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Dallas, TX.
Where does The Real Estate Council Foundation operate?
The Real Estate Council Foundation has awarded grants in Texas.
What is The Real Estate Council Foundation's EIN?
The Real Estate Council Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-2510813. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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