Harry S. Moss Heart Trust Grant

The Harry S. Moss Heart Trust Grant supports 501(c)(3) charitable organizations focused on heart disease research. Established by civic leader Harry S. Moss, the trust emphasizes the importance of private funding in medical advancements. Grants prioritize institutions within Dallas County, aiming to foster impactful research for the prevention and cure of heart-related ailments. This legacy continues to champion innovative solutions in the medical community, reflecting Mr. Moss's commitment to improving heart health.

Harry S. Moss was a Dallas, Texas, resident and civic leader for 45
years. He served as President of Moss Petroleum Company and held
leadership positions on the boards of numerous business and civic
institutions.
After suffering and recovering from a heart attack in the
1960s, he became convinced of the importance of private philanthropic
support of medical research.
Mr. Moss died in 1970, and the
terms of the Harry S. Moss Heart Trust established under his will state
that the income is to be paid to organizations whose “main purpose and
object is the prevention and cure of diseases of the heart.” His wife,
Florence, died in 1978 adding a substantial portion of her estate to the
trust.
Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations
for medical or scientific research for the cause, treatment, prevention,
alleviation or cure of diseases of the heart.

Eligibility

Applicants must be classified by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a 501(c)(3) public charity.

Ineligibility

The foundations do not consider grant requests from individuals and do
not support organizations attempting to influence policy through direct
lobbying or any political campaigns.