Biglari Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Antonio, Texas · EIN 35-1925940 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$322K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$80,000
Total assets$26K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $82,367.
From the return
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | San Antonio, TX | For charitable, scientific, literary, artistic, cultural, civic, or educational purposes; or for the promotion of health and human services. | $125,000 |
| Trinity University | San Antonio, TX | For charitable, scientific, literary, artistic, cultural, civic, or educational purposes; or for the promotion of health and human services. | $82,367 |
| The Smh (Saint Mary's Hall) Fund | San Antonio, TX | For charitable, scientific, literary, artistic, cultural, civic, or educational purposes; or for the promotion of health and human services. | $80,000 |
| John Hayes Memorial Fund - San Antonio Area | Somerset, TX | For charitable, scientific, literary, artistic, cultural, civic, or educational purposes; or for the promotion of health and human services. | $25,000 |
| Utsa | San Antonio, TX | For charitable, scientific, literary, artistic, cultural, civic, or educational purposes; or for the promotion of health and human services. | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $322,367 | 5 |
| 2023 | $347,639 | 7 |
| 2022 | $376,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612309349100611
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-1925940
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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