The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation is a private foundation based in Frisco, Texas. Its 2025 filing reports grants to colleges and universities for college scholarships, including institutions in Arizona and other states.
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation at a glance
In short: The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation gave $108K across 21 grants in 2025 (avg $5K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $108,000
- +3500.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 21
- +950.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,143
- +242.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $830,392
- -5.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Arizona (69% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 11698 Casa Grande Trl, Frisco, TX 75033
Phone: (602) 803-3088
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Arizona ($32K). Together the top 10 received $86K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($2,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 23 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 69% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arizona, 6% to Utah, and 4% each to California, Oregon, and Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation gives
- In 2025 it paid out 172% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2024) to $108K (2025). In 2025 it made 21 grants totaling $108K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona Tucson, AZ | College Scholarships | $32,000 |
| Arizona State University Tempe, AZ | College Scholarships | $22,000 |
| Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ | College Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ | College Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Brigham Young University Provo, UT | College Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Yale University New Haven, CT | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
| George Fox University Newberg, OR | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Harvard University Cambridge, MA | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Gerogetown University Washington, DC | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $830,392 | $119,557 | $167,514 | $108,000 | 21 | $171,834 | $119,557 | $100,042 |
| 2024 | $874,132 | $57,867 | $197,006 | $3,000 | 2 | $89,006 | $57,867 | $87,276 |
| 2023 | $1,896,992 | $190,754 | $154,272 | — | — | — | $190,754 | — |
| 2022 | $1,735,021 | $50,834 | $150,726 | — | — | — | $49,834 | — |
| 2021 | $2,009,651 | $39,654 | $175,127 | — | — | — | $38,654 | — |
| 2020 | $1,616,167 | $99,442 | $164,112 | — | — | — | $97,442 | — |
| 2019 | $1,776,485 | $36,429 | $169,429 | — | — | — | $34,429 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation reported a distributable amount of $100K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants were reported for college scholarships. Among its recipients, Arizona State University describes its mission as advancing the university and fostering lifelong connections with alumni, students, and friends. George Fox University describes itself as a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 21 grants totaling $108,000. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $32,000, with a median of $2,000. In 2024, it reported two grants totaling $3,000.
The largest 2025 grants included $32,000 to the University of Arizona, $22,000 to Arizona State University, $10,000 to Northern Arizona University, and $6,000 each to Grand Canyon University and Brigham Young University. Each was reported for college scholarships. Other listed recipients receiving $2,000 each included Yale University, the University of Southern California, George Fox University, Harvard University, Georgetown University, an individual recipient State University, and Liberty University. The University of Northern Iowa also received $2,000 in 2025.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Alexandra Anderson as president, Diana Kem as secretary/treasurer, and Tamara Thompson as co-president.
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation is led by Alexandra Anderson, President since 2025 (on filings since 2019); 1 of 3 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Alexandra Anderson
President
President → Co-President, 2024
Co-President → President, 2025
On filings since 2019
20 hrs/week
$50K (2019) → $50K (2025)
Tamara Thompson
Co-President
Co- President → Co-President, 2025
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diana Kem
Secretary & Treasurer
Director → Secretary & Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Mack E. Tarwater Esq. (2019–2024) — Secretary & Treasurer
- Former: Jenny Flynn (2022–2023) — Vice President
- Former: J. Clinton Mabie (2019–2022) — Past Vice Pr
- Former: Mark Montoya (2021–2022) — Past Int Vice
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $50K, to Alexandra Anderson (President).
Frequently asked questions about The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation
How much does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation give each year?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation gave $108K across 21 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $3K across 2 grants.
What is The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's typical grant size?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $5,143, across 21 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation give grants?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation gives mostly in Arizona: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Utah (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Cambridge, MA (2 grants).
Does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "College Scholarships" (21 grants).
Who are The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's largest grantees?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include University of Arizona ($32,000), Arizona State University ($22,000) and Northern Arizona University ($10,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($2,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 59% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation reported $830K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $172K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $100K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants were reported for college scholarships. Among its recipients, Arizona State University describes its mission as advancing the university and fostering lifelong connections with alumni, students, and friends. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's EIN?
The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-0984133. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 10, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Worth & Dot Howard Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-worth-and-dot-howard-foundation-morg_d3153935048341ec8f75b84c920d7c31
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