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J S Bridwell Foundation is a private corporation based in WICHITA FALLS, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1951. It holds total assets of $20.1M. Annual income is reported at $5.4M. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, J S Bridwell Foundation has made 273 grants totaling $12.4M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $3.6M and $4.6M annually from 2020 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $2M, with an average award of $45K. The foundation has supported 114 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Texas and Oklahoma and Missouri. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$29K
Largest Grant
$750K
Based on 85 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
J S Bridwell Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 273 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, OK, MO.
J S Bridwell Foundation has distributed a total of $12.4M across 273 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $45K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $2M.
J S Bridwell Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
J S Bridwell Foundation is headquartered in WICHITA FALLS, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas E Knight | Secretary | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Terry M Walker | Director | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Mac W Cannedy Jr | President/Treasurer | $30K | $0 | $30K |
| Bobby Henry | Director | $30K | $0 | $30K |
Total Giving
$5M
Total Assets
$20.9M
Fair Market Value
$59.3M
Net Worth
$20.8M
Grants Paid
$4.6M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$3.8M
Distribution Amount
$2.8M
Total: $16.3M
Total Grants
273
Total Giving
$12.4M
Average Grant
$45K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
114
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight StreetHiring Security Officers | Wichita Falls, TX | $26K | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big SistersDancing for the Stars | Irving, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| New HorizonsTherapeutic Treatment | Abilene, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| The CenterOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls IsdPledge - Auditorium | Wichita Falls, TX | $2M | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Wichita FallsCapital Improvements | Wichita Falls, TX | $500K | 2023 |
| Camp Fire Council Of North TexasOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Arts Council Wichita Falls Area Kemp CenterOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Senior Citizens Services Of North TexasMeals on Wheels | Wichita Falls, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Rathgeber Hospitality HouseOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Peyton'S ProjectOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Downtown Wichita Falls DevelopmentOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Patsy'S HouseOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Wichita Christian SchoolFine Arts Building Campaign | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Faith Missionfaith RefugeOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Area Food BankPower Paks 4 Kids | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of VernonOperating Budget | Vernon, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Texas Family InitiativeConstruction Costs | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Christ Counseling MinistriesOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Pets ClinicX-Ray Machine | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| River Bend Nature CenterOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Hands To Hands Community FundOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Christmas In ActionVarious Projects | Wichita Falls, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Zavala Hispanic Culture InitiativeOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra IncConcert Sponsorship | Wichita Falls, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Vernon CollegeNew Beginnings Program | Wichita Falls, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Midwestern State UniversityMuseum of Art at MSU | Wichita Falls, TX | $18K | 2023 |
| United Way North Texas AreaPrograms | Wichita Falls, TX | $18K | 2023 |
| United Regional Health Care FoundationHeart of the Community | Wichita Falls, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of BurkburnettSummer Day Camp | Burkburnett, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Sheppard Military AffairsOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Alliance For Arts & CultureOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| First Step IncOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| All Hands Cultural Cmnty CtrOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of America Northwest Tx CouncilCamp Perkins | Wichita Falls, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Area Community FoundationTexoma Gives | Wichita Falls, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Presbyterian Children'S HomeFoster Care & Adoption - WF | Austin, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| The ArcCamp Noah | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Museum Of North Texas HistoryOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Friendly Door Senior CitizensOperating Budget | Iowa Park, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Of Christian AthletesOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Interfaith Outreach ServicesRent Assistance Payments | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Inheritance AdoptionsOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Wichita Falls Adult Literacy CouncilOperating Budget | Wichita Falls, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Clay County Senior CitizensOperating Budget | Henrietta, TX | $10K | 2023 |