Gilliland Family Foundation
Historical FunderAmarillo, Texas · EIN 76-0181982 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SANDRA GILLILAND |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 S TAYLOR LB 249, AMARILLO TX 79101 |
| Phone | 8063748288 |
| Form and materials | REQUEST PRE-PRINTED APPLICATION FROM GILLILAND FAMILY FOUNDATION: SANDRA GILLILAND 500 S. TAYLOR, LB# 249 AMARILLO, TX 79101 INFORMATION REQUIRED ON THE FORM INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: GENERAL ORGANIZATION INFORMATION, AMOUNT REQUESTED, DATE FUNDS ARE NEEDED, INFORMATION REGARDING PRIOR FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE FOUNDATION, USE FOR THE REQUESTED FUNDS, ACCOMPLISHMENT GOALS FOR THE REQUESTED FUNDS, FUNDS RAISED TO DATE REGARDING THE PROJECT, AND A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S 501(C)(3) DETERMINATION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | QUARTERLY DEADLINES - PLEASE CONTACT ORGANIZATION. |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATION MUST BE EITHER A QUALIFIED 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION OR USE OF EXPENDITURES MUST BE USED EXCLUSIVELY FOR PURPOSES DESCRIBED IN IRC SECTION 170(C)(2)(B). ALSO, APPROVED APPLICATIONS MUST MEET THE RESTRICTIONS ESTABLISHED IN THE ORGANIZATION'S CHARTER. |
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 Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acts Community - More Church | Amarillo, TX | To replace the roof on the 817 s jackson facility. | $15,000 |
| Baptist Community Services | Amarillo, TX | Funds are 100% used towards the snack shack program operating at all 4 high schools in amarillo providing hungry students with food. | $15,000 |
| Don Harrington Discovery Center | Amarillo, TX | To provide funding for roof repairs. | $10,000 |
| The Bridge | Amarillo, TX | To fund a new building project that will further their mission of empowering panhandle children. | $10,000 |
| Amarillo Symphony Inc | Amarillo, TX | To fund symphony kids education program. | $5,000 |
| Martha's Home | Amarillo, TX | To fund the present needs future success program to help their residents go back to school to increase their earning potential. | $5,000 |
| Storybridge Inc | Amarillo, TX | Fund fairytale theater storybridge live event. | $2,500 |
| Vessel of Humanity & Compassion Inc | Amarillo, TX | To provide educational support to students in the panhandle and surrounding areas. | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $102,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349105083
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 76-0181982
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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