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Dorothy Gaines Foundation is a private corporation based in HILLSBORO, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Dorthy Gaines. It holds total assets of $1.5M. Annual income is reported at $322K. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. TO PROMOTE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN HILL AND TARRANT COUNTIES, TEXAS, THROUGH GRANTS TO SECTION 501 (C) (3) CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS. FOR 2023 GRANTS WERE AWARDED TO 12 CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS WITH NO ONE RECEIVING MORE THAN $10,000. Total Awards were $76,070. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Dorothy Gaines Foundation has made 56 grants totaling $371K, with a median grant of $7K. The foundation has distributed between $68K and $157K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $157K distributed across 20 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $890 to $10K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 31 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Texas. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 13 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
To promote the quality of life in hill and tarrant counties, texas, through grants to section 501 (c) (3) charitable organizations. For 2020 grants were awarded to 11 charitable organizations with no one receiving more than $10,000.
TO PROMOTE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN HILL AND TARRANT COUNTIES, TEXAS, THROUGH GRANTS TO SECTION 501 (C) (3) CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS. FOR 2023 GRANTS WERE AWARDED TO 12 CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS WITH NO ONE RECEIVING MORE THAN $10,000. Total Awards were $76,070. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 56 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX.
Dorothy Gaines Foundation has distributed a total of $371K across 56 grants. The median grant size is $7K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $890 to $10K.
Dorothy Gaines Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is October 1st annually. Grants will only be awarded to 501(c)(3) or other charitable organizations for benefit of people of Hill County and/or Tarrant County, Texas with total grant award not to exceed $10,000.
Dorothy Gaines Foundation is headquartered in HILLSBORO, TX.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcia Curtis-Hornsby | Director | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Ronell Wade | Director | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Michelle Curtis Wade | Treasurer | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Stephen N Smith | Secretary | $1K | $0 | $1K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.5M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
56
Total Giving
$371K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$7K
Unique Recipients
31
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill County Cps BoardSUPPLEMENT HILL COUNTY CHILDREN CLOTHING AND OTHER NEEDS | Hillsboro, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese Of Ft WoSalary assistance for caseworkers mentoring and proving support for students in Hill and Tarrant County | Fort Worth, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Covington Volunteer Fire DepartmentPurchase dual certified wildland/extrication gear | Covington, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Of Tarrant CountyEDUCATE-PREVENT ABUSE. REPLACE 35 COMPUTER MONITORS FOR PROGRAM STAFF | Arlington, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Hill County Paw PalsREFPLACE AIR CONDITIONER IN KENNEL AREA | Hillsboro, TX | $9K | 2023 |
| Mentors Care - Hillsboro IsdAssist students with nonacademic barriers such as clothing, co-pays for treatment, transportation, life needs | Midlothian, TX | $8K | 2023 |
| Lake Whitney Ministerial AllianceSUPPLEMENT FOOD PURCHASES FOR BACKPACK PROGRAM | Whitney, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Hill County KidsSUPPLEMENT FOOD COSTS FOR CHILDREN | Hillsboro, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Community Partners Of Tarrant CountCLOTHING FOR TARRANT COUNTY CHILDREN IN CPS SYSTEM | Fort Worth, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Woodbury Community CenterReplace flooring for Community Center | Whitney, TX | $3K | 2023 |
| Cub Scouts Of America HillsboroREPAIR DOOR AND INSULATION AT SCOUT HUT | Hillsboro, TX | $905 | 2023 |
| Hillsboro Arts LeaguePurchase signage to promote Arts League, Bonds Alley Art Festival, Wine and Photograph Art, League Classroom | Hillsboro, TX | $890 | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Hill CountyCOMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT/ OUTREACH | Hillsboro, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Hillsboro City LibrarySupport Library Expansion Campaign | Hillsboro, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| Hope Prison Ministries IncSPONSOR 2 INMATES IN AFTERCARE PROGRAM | Ft Worth, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| Aquilla IsdSECURITY OF BILDING WITH CARD READERS, DOOR SENSORS, ETC | Aquilla, TX | $8K | 2022 |
| Reflextion RanchMETAL ROOF AND PAVER BASE FOR KENNELS FOR HUMANE TREATMENT TO ANIMALS | Itasca, TX | $8K | 2022 |
| Bynum Ex-Students AssociationUpgrade Bynum iSD Ag facilities | West, TX | $10K | 2021 |
| City Of HubbardHelp upgrade public swimming pool | Hubbard, TX | $10K | 2021 |
| Hillsboro FoundationFund contributed to help build a handicapped playground in the city park | Hillsboro, TX | $7K | 2021 |
| Tarrant County Samaritan HousingHELP HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS AT GRACE VILLAGE | Ft Worth, TX | $5K | 2021 |
| Penelope IsdPurchase Chrome books and charging station. ISD Technology | Penelope, TX | $5K | 2021 |
| Texas Through Time MuseumVideo presentation equip to educate about fossils | Hillsboro, TX | $5K | 2021 |
| Veteran Pardners IncUpgrade building that serves veterans | Whitney, TX | $2K | 2021 |
| Drowzy Dawg RescueDOG PEN REPAIR & DECKING - ANIMAL RESCUE | Covington, TX | $2K | 2021 |
| City Of BynumIMPROVEMENTS TO CITY WATER STATION | Bynum, TX | $10K | 2020 |
| Isaiah'S Place IncMEETS NEEDS OF DEAF PERSONS IN COMMUNITY | Whitney, TX | $9K | 2020 |