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John S Dunn Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1977. The principal officer is % Donna E Nasso. It holds total assets of $81.8M. Annual income is reported at $82.1M. According to available records, John S Dunn Foundation has made 194 grants totaling $23.7M, with a median grant of $50K. The foundation has distributed between $5M and $13.5M annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $13.5M distributed across 94 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $3M, with an average award of $122K. The foundation has supported 64 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, New York, Florida, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
John S Dunn Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 194 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, NY, FL.
John S Dunn Foundation has distributed a total of $23.7M across 194 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $122K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $3M.
Generally, grants are limited to donees within the state of Texas whose primary efforts are medically related to educational and research activities.
John S Dunn Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles M Lusk Iii | President | $60K | $0 | $60K |
| Andrew W Sowell | Trustee | $48K | $0 | $48K |
| Terri Lacy | Trustee | $48K | $0 | $48K |
| Diana M Hawkins | Trustee | $48K | $0 | $48K |
| Cynthia J Adkins | Trustee | $48K | $0 | $48K |
Total Giving
$6.1M
Total Assets
$76.8M
Fair Market Value
$96.9M
Net Worth
$76.8M
Grants Paid
$5.1M
Contributions
$2K
Net Investment Income
$3.6M
Distribution Amount
$4.6M
Total: $41.8M
Total Grants
194
Total Giving
$23.7M
Average Grant
$122K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
64
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The BeaconGrant to be used to support general operating expenses for The Beacon and its core programs. | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Camp AllenGrant to support updating medical equipment, supplies, and transportation for the John S. Dunn Camper Health Center. | Navasota, TX | $45K | 2023 |
| Star Of HopeGrant to be used to support the Men's Development Center - John S. Dunn Wellness Center. | Houston, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| The Uthealth Science Center At HoustonGrant to establish 14 separate permanent endowments for the use, benefit, and support of UTHealth to advance behavioral health research, education, and patient care at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center. |
| David G Key |
| Secretary/Treasurer |
| $48K |
| $0 |
| $48K |
| John R Wallace | Vice President | $48K | $0 | $48K |
| Houston, TX |
| $2M |
| 2023 |
| Rice UniversityGrant to support a fund for research seed grants with the Collaborative Research Center explicitly designed to bring together Rice researchers with their colleagues in the Texas Medical Center. | Houston, TX | $300K | 2023 |
| Uthealth Science Center - Faillace Dept Of PsychiatryMatching grant to establish the John S. Dunn Foundation Distinguished Chair in Faillace Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences for research in schizophrenia and psychotic disorders. | Houston, TX | $200K | 2023 |
| Communities In Schools Of Houston IncGrant to support the on-campus Mental Health Initiative Program for 2022-2023 school year. | Houston, TX | $200K | 2023 |
| Christus Foundation For HealthcareGrant to support operations at CHRISTUS Point of Light Clinic in Dickinson. | Houston, TX | $150K | 2023 |
| The Ut Md Anderson Cancer CenterGrant to support research and educational programs for the year 2023-2024. | Houston, TX | $140K | 2023 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital FoundationGrant to establish the Eva Lynn and John S. Dunn, Jr. New Century Chair in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery $1,500,000 Endowment Fund. | Houston, TX | $134K | 2023 |
| Remind Depression & Bipolar SupportGrant to provide free support groups for diagnosed individuals, family members and friends impacted by depression or bipolar disorder. | Houston, TX | $125K | 2023 |
| The Children'S Assessment Center FoundationGrant to be used for Therapy and Psychological Services Department for mental health services. | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Tirr FoundationGrant to support Mission Connect IP Award for traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury. | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| The Council On RecoveryGrant to support a Center for Co-Occurring Disorders, with a focus on the connection between substance use, mental health, trauma and suicide. | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Texas Hearing InstituteGrant to support comprehensive audiology, speech therapy and educational services to children ($50,000) and to support the Doctor of Audiology Externship Program ($50,000). | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Baylor College Of MedicineGrant to support research for the Cultivation Center to increase its capacity and substantially enhance its production of microbiome-based therapeutic and diagnostic candidates. | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| El Centro De CorazonGrant to support operating expenses for medical, dental and behavioral health services for Houston's East End. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| University Of St ThomasGrant to support the John S. Dunn Nursing Scholarhsip Fund which will provide BSN scholarships ranging from $500 to 3,500 to deserving nursing students in the 2023-24 academic year. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| The Hope And Healing Center & InstituteGrant to support the growth of the Houston Hope Line to continue to reach additional callers and expand operations. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| University Of Houston - College Of NursingGrant to support BSN, MSN, and Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarships for a total of 15 students. | Sugar Land, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Houston HospiceGrant to support grief and bereavement programs which provide families with opportunities to heal and regain their normal lives after the death of a loved one. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Houston Christian UniversityGrant to support $50,000 to provide partial scholarships to 5 fulltime undergraduate BSN students at $10,000; and $25,000 to provide partial scholarships to 5 graduate MSN students at $5,000 for 2023-24 academic year. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Memorial Hermann FoundationGrant to assist in providing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) with cardiac package for the Larry Johnson Cardiac Imaging Center. | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| San Jose ClinicGrant to support their dental program for uninsured and underserved. | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| The Gateway Academy IncGrant to support their Mental Health Program. | Houston, TX | $55K | 2023 |
| Village Learning Center IncGrant to fund medical services for their medically fragile population of children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. | Kingwood, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Child Advocates Of Fort BendGrant for operational support to provide direct clinical services for child victims and their families. | Rosenberg, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Houston Achievement PlaceGrant to support Project CLASS mental health program which helps young children with emotional, behavioral and family problems. | Houston, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| The Rise School Of HoustonGrant to support a part-time nurse and basic nursing supplies. | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| San Jacinto Community College Foundation Pasadena TexasGrant to support the John S. Dunn Foundation Scholarship Fund for students in an ADN program for 20 scholarships at $1,500 each in 2023-24. | Pasadena, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Bo'S PlaceGrant to provide grief support services and education at no cost to children, teens, adults, and community members. | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Camp For AllGrant to support expenses to their Camp's Health Center. | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Halo House FoundationGrant to help cover operating costs and program administration. | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Palmer Drug Abuse ProgramGrant to support general operations to support adolescents, young aduts, and families providing recovery services. | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| College Of The Mainland Foundation IncGrant to support 10 or more scholarships for Bachelor of Science in Nursing. | Texas City, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Sight Savers America IncGrant to assist in providing Electronic Video Magnifiers for 35 Houston childen in the 2023 program year. | Pelham, AL | $15K | 2023 |
| Nick Finnegan Couseling FoundationGrant to support mental health counselling services and outreach. | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Friends Reaching Out Giving SupportGrant to help ensure sufficient funding to continue to provide support to Houston residents in need. | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Small PlacesGrant for Neighborhood Produce Program and Community Distribution. | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Houston-GalvestonGrant for Operating Support. | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Christian Community Service CenterGrant to be used for emergency medical needs for the Emergency Services program. | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Bridges To LifeGrant for operational support for its program for victims and offenders and healing. | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Vita-Living IncGrant to support clinical serivces for people with intellectual and developmental disorders, including four nurses. | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
HOUSTON, TX
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