Ed Darby Foundation Inc
Historical FunderTulsa, Oklahoma · EIN 46-3570793 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ALEX PASCHAL - ED DARBY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 2940 N TOLEDO AVE, TULSA OK 74115 |
| ALEX@EDDARBYFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO APPLY FOR A GRANT FROM THE ED DARBY FOUNDATION, GO TO: HTTPS://WWW.EDDARBYFOUNDATION.ORG/GRANTS?RQ=GRANT |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED QUARTERLY. GO TO THE WEBSITE TO SEE THE UPCOMING DEADLINES. |
| Restrictions | THE ED DARBY FOUNDATION IS SPECIFICALLY FOCUSED ON SUPPORTING EDUCATION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS IN THE NORTH TULSA COMMUNITY. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 Oklahoma.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Tulsa Schools | Tulsa, OK | Expanded learning network salaries | $292,455 |
| The Opportunity Project | Tulsa, OK | Support youth development programs | $80,000 |
| Global Gardens | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $49,200 |
| Clark Youth Theatre | Tulsa, OK | Support youth through the arts | $37,000 |
| American Song Archives | Tulsa, OK | Support of guthrie & dylan archives | $25,000 |
| Assistance League | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $25,000 |
| Swat Meet Inc | Tulsa, OK | Support creative development of yout | $20,000 |
| Tulsa Debate League | Tulsa, OK | Support for youth debate programs | $18,000 |
| Unity Learning Academy | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to students | $17,691 |
| Community Food Bank of Eastern Ok | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $10,500 |
| Church Studio | Tulsa, OK | Promote music appreciation | $10,000 |
| Ymca-Hutcherson Family Y | Tulsa, OK | Support family fitness | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Tulsa Schools | Tulsa, OK | Provide student and family support | $7,700 |
| Foundation for Tulsa Schools | Tulsa, OK | Expanded learning network | $7,260 |
| Tulsa Street School | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to high school youth | $7,000 |
| Mcclain High School | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to students | $6,145 |
| Period Pantry | Tulsa, OK | Support health & hygiene for girls | $5,500 |
| Mlk Commemorative Society | Tulsa, OK | Support youth development programs | $2,000 |
| Tulsa SPCA | Tulsa, OK | Provide support for animal welfare | $200 |
| Tulsa Dream Center | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $100 |
The return also lists 25 grants to individuals ($449,761). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Tulsa Schools | Tulsa, OK | Expanded learning network salaries | $727,702 |
| Global Gardens | Tulsa, OK | Provide support to the community | $79,000 |
| Bike Club | Broken Arrow, OK | Provide bicycles for children | $40,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,095,512 | 50 |
| 2023 | $1,111,710 | 50 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523169349102972
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3570793
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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