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Sam and Anne Kesner Texas A&M Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation

Funding Amount

US $2,505

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Overview

The Sam and Anne Kesner Texas A&M Scholarship Fund, established in 1995 through the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, provides a $2,090 scholarship to a Jewish undergraduate at Texas A&M University. This fund honors the legacy of Sam and Anne Kesner, dedicated community leaders committed to education and leadership. It aims to support students who embody the Kesners' values and contribute positively to their communities, fostering a spirit of giving and academic excellence.

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation (DJCF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to strengthening and empowering the Greater Dallas Jewish community and the broader region through strategic charitable giving. Established to help individuals, families, and organizations achieve their philanthropic goals, the Foundation manages a wide range of donor-advised funds, endowments, scholarships, and community grants that support education, social services, health, Jewish life, and cultural enrichment.
DJCF’s mission emphasizes tikkun olam—repairing the world—by fostering generosity, ensuring the long-term sustainability of vital community institutions, and improving quality of life for people of all backgrounds. Guided by Jewish values, the Foundation serves as a trusted partner in philanthropy, connecting donors with meaningful causes, supporting innovative programs, and investing in initiatives that create lasting, positive impact throughout Greater Dallas and beyond.
The Sam and Anne Kesner Texas A&M Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established in 1995, awards to a Jewish undergraduate student attending Texas A&M University at College Station. Created by Sam and Anne Kesner—respected community leaders committed to helping others—the scholarship honors Sam’s alma mater and supports students who reflect the Kesners’ dedication to education, leadership, and community impact.

What Dallas Jewish Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
579
Total given
$52.91M
Median grant
$19K
Range
$5,100–$9.9M
  • By dollars: Texas 51%, Indiana 19%, New York 14%. Top recipient cities: Dallas, TX; New York, NY; Austin, TX.
  • 4% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 41% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

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Fields of Work

  • Jewish

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