Tyson Family Foundation Inc
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$29.3M
-4.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.2M
-61.5% YoY
Grant Count
21
-25.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$150K
-48.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Tyson Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.8M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on giving primarily for education, including scholarships available to individuals majoring in agriculture, business, engineering, computer science, and nursing. Scholarships are awarded to employees of Tyson Foods, Inc. and their dependents.
Beyond employee-focused scholarships, the foundation supports a broader range of educational and community initiatives, including arts and cultural programming, community centers, and museums.
Grantmaking
The foundation provides Grove Arts Center, a building offered to local nonprofit organizations, including Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange (CACHE), an intermediary arts organization supporting creatives and arts organizations.
Grant Range
$1,000
Average Grant
$1,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, with particular emphasis on:
- Arkansas
- Georgia
- Texas
- Additional funding in cities including Atlanta, Austin, and New York
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total assets: $29,336,567 (2024); $30.6 million (2023)
- Total revenues: $2,084,515 (2024); $4.39 million (2023)
- Total expenses: $3,357,970 (2024); $8.47 million (2023)
- Total liabilities: $6,010 (2023)
Asset Growth: Assets increased 2.6% from the previous year.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $29,336,567 | $30,610,161 | $34,956,155 |
| Revenue | $2,084,515 | $4,385,942 | $2,449,507 |
| Expenses | $3,357,970 | $8,465,862 | $9,548,015 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,335,449 | $8,324,748 | $9,371,178 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,049,343 | $1,324,773 | $760,137 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,779,485 | $1,790,648 | $2,142,334 |
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
131 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Educational Scholarships to Student ($1,275,292), Cache ($568,822), Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art ($358,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENT SPRINGDALE, AR | 471 SCHOLARSHIPS GRANTED | $1,275,292 |
| ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION SPRINGDALE, AR | GENERAL PURPOSE | $50,000 |
| ARKANSAS CINEMA SOCIETY LITTLE ROCK, AR | GENERAL PURPOSE | $50,000 |
| ARKANSAS UNITED SPRINGDALE, AR | GENERAL PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| CACHE BENTONVILLE, AR | OPERATIONS AND PRODUCTIONS AT THE MEDIUM | $568,822 |
| CHINESE ASSOCIATION OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE, AR | GENERAL PURPOSE | $500 |
| CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART BENTONVILLE, AR | MOMENTARY AND CRYSTAL BRIDGES PROGRAMMING SUPPORT | $358,000 |
| DOWNTOWN FAYETTEVILLE COALITION FAYETTEVILLE, AR | GENERAL PURPOSE | $40,000 |
| DOWNTOWN SPRINGDALE ALLIANCE SPRINGDALE, AR | OPERATIONS AND ANNUAL EVENTS SUPPORT | $145,000 |
| EXPERIENCE FAYETTEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE, AR | ARTCOURT OPERATIONS | $80,966 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Olivia Tyson – President
- WH Taylor – Assistant Secretary
- Harry C Erwin III – Secretary
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLIVIA TYSON | PRESIDENT | 2 | $25,000 |
| WH TAYLOR | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | 1 | $12,500 |
| HARRY C ERWIN III | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported various community initiatives and relief efforts, including contributions to hunger relief programs and community development projects across its service areas.
LFS receives $1.1M for Tyson Relief FundSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tyson Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation's mission centers on giving primarily for education, including scholarships available to individuals majoring in agriculture, business, engineering, computer science, and nursing. Scholarships are awarded to employees of Tyson Foods, Inc. and their dependents. Beyond employee-focused scholarships, the foundation supports a broader range of educational and community initiatives, including arts and cultural programming, community centers, and museums.
How do I apply for a grant from Tyson Family Foundation Inc?
**Grant Activity:** • Total grants awarded in 2024: 28 grants totaling $8.2 million • Total giving (2024): $3,150,970 • Average grant size: $1,000 • Typical award range: $500–$3,000,000 • Open to new applicants: Yes • Percentage of new applicants funded: 12% **Recent Grants (2024):** • Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art: $358,000 (Momentary and Crystal Bridges Programming Support) • Samaritan House Community Center: $177,390 (General Purpose) • US Marshals Museum Foundation: $175,000 (Gener…
Where does Tyson Family Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, with particular emphasis on: • Arkansas • Georgia • Texas • Additional funding in cities including Atlanta, Austin, and New York
What size grants does Tyson Family Foundation Inc award?
In 2024, Tyson Family Foundation Inc awarded 21 grants totaling $3.2M — an average of about $150K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Tyson Family Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Tyson Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.8M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Tyson Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Tyson Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7087948. 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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