Bess L Rayford Foundation
Invitation OnlyHenderson, Texas · EIN 31-1583091 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys Girls Club of Rusk County | Henderson, TX | General funds | $45,000 |
| Henderson Interchurch Ministry | Henderson, TX | General funds | $17,000 |
| Henderson Civic Theatre | Henderson, TX | General funds | $10,000 |
| Rusk County Historical Commission | Henderson, TX | General funds | $6,000 |
| Rusk County Children's Advocacy Cen | Henderson, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
| One Step at a Time Inc | Henderson, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
| Rusk County Friends Helping Friends | Henderson, TX | Prescription assistance program | $5,000 |
| Rusk County Heritage Association | Henderson, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
| Rusk County United Way | Henderson, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
| Rusk County Child Welfare Board | Henderson, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
| SPCA of East Texas | Tyler, TX | General funds | $5,000 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($12,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $125,000 | 14 |
| 2023 | $120,000 | 15 |
| 2022 | $126,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640489349100214
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1583091
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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