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Mary Louise Dobson Foundation is a private corporation based in WHARTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2001. The principal officer is Abby King. It holds total assets of $14.6M. Annual income is reported at $4.4M. Total assets have grown from $4.4M in 2011 to $13.8M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. To support charitable organizations with an emphasis on enhancing the lives of youth in all aspects, in the Wharton County Area, although other charitable organizations are not excluded. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Wharton County, Texas. According to available records, Mary Louise Dobson Foundation has made 113 grants totaling $4.5M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has grown from $445K in 2019 to $760K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $2M distributed across 37 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $160 to $375K, with an average award of $41K. The foundation has supported 61 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Texas and District of Columbia. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Funding for youth organizations and community programs in Wharton County, including support for youth centers and youth-focused initiatives
To support charitable organizations with an emphasis on enhancing the lives of youth in all aspects, in the Wharton County Area, although other charitable organizations are not excluded. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 113 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, DC.
Mary Louise Dobson Foundation has distributed a total of $4.5M across 113 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $41K. Individual grants have ranged from $160 to $375K.
The application deadline is November 1st and May 1st for meetings in the following months. Does not fund: individual grants or loans, galas/testimonials/fundraising events, general fundraising appeals, national organizations or their local chapters. Eligibility limited to 501(c)(3) organizations and public charities in Wharton County.
Mary Louise Dobson Foundation is headquartered in WHARTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abby King | EXECUTIVE DI | $90K | $0 | $90K |
| Dwight D King | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jimmy Schulze | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jane Dobson Rice | VICE PRESIDE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ron Sanders | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Billie Jones | SEC/TREASURE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1M
Total Assets
$13.8M
Fair Market Value
$13.8M
Net Worth
$13.8M
Grants Paid
$760K
Contributions
$15K
Net Investment Income
$309K
Distribution Amount
$677K
Total: $3.8M
Total Grants
113
Total Giving
$4.5M
Average Grant
$41K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
61
Most Common Grant
$15K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarships For Wharton Agscholarships | Wharton, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of GhGENERAL SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $308K | 2023 |
| Wharton IsdPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Wharton High SchoolPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $32K | 2023 |
| Just Do It NowGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Boling District ImprovementCAPITAL IMPROVEMENT | Boling, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Recovery In Jesus Recovery CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $26K | 2023 |
| The Arc Of WhartonGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $26K | 2023 |
| WcjcSCHOLARSHIPS | Wharton, TX | $24K | 2023 |
| StopPROGRAM EXPENSES | Freeport, TX | $23K | 2023 |
| Gulf Coast CasaPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $22K | 2023 |
| Northside Center In EcSCHOLARSHIPS | El Campo, TX | $21K | 2023 |
| Oakbend Medical CenterPROJECT SUPPORT | Richmond, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Wharton Lions ClubPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $18K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of EcGENERAL SUPPORT | El Campo, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Wharton Citizens Police Academy AluPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| SwagSCHOLARSHIP FUNDING | Wharton, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Boys Scouts 326PROGRAM EXPENSE | Wharton, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of PalaciosGENERAL SUPPORT | El Campo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Texas Hearing InstitutePROGRAM SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $9K | 2023 |
| St Philip Apostle Catholic SchoolPROJECT SUPPORT | El Campo, TX | $8K | 2023 |
| Louise IsdPROJECT SUPPORT | Louise, TX | $7K | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of San JacintoSUMMER CAMP PROGRAM | Houston, TX | $7K | 2023 |
| Fumc-Small BlessingsGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Pioneer County Store-WcjcGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Wharton Chamber Of CommerceceGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $500 | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of BcDISSOLVED ORGANIZATION-RETURNED | Bay City, TX | N/A | 2023 |
| Madagorda County Birding Nature CenPROJECT ENDED-RETURNED | Bay City, TX | N/A | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Houstongeneral support | Houston, TX | $369K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Of Bay City & Matagorda CountyGeneral Support | Bay City, TX | $30K | 2022 |
| Wharton Chamber Of CommercePROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $25K | 2022 |
| Hesed House Of Whartongeneral support | Wharton, TX | $25K | 2022 |
| Gulf Coast Casa IncProgram support | Wharton, TX | $19K | 2022 |
| Caney Creek Conservation FoundationProgram Support | Wharton, TX | $18K | 2022 |
| Wharton County Jr CollegeASSIST CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT | Wharton, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Stop IncAssist youth mental health assemblies at ISD campuses | Freeport, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campoprogram support | El Campo, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Matagorda County Birding Nature ConservationProgram SUPPORT | Bay City, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Wharton Youth Soccer AssociationProgram SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Just Do It Now Incgeneral support | Wharton, TX | $12K | 2022 |
| Wharton Police Officer Associationgeneral support | Wharton, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| Wharton Babe Ruth BaseballGENERAL SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| Faith Christian AcademyAssist CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT | Wharton, TX | $8K | 2022 |
| Girl Scout Of San Jacinto Councilprogram support | Houston, TX | $7K | 2022 |
| St James Missionary Baptist ChurchPROGRAM SUPPORT | Wharton, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Wharton Lion'S ClubAssist Community Event | Wharton, TX | $4K | 2022 |