James & Catherine Buck Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyDallas, Texas · EIN 59-7250952 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.1M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$64,463
Total assets$29.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $64,463 and $193,388.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
100% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University Foundation | Wichita, KS | Scholarships (95%) & french | $752,064 |
| Friends University | Wichita, KS | Unrestricted general | $193,388 |
| Newman University | Wichita, KS | Unrestricted general | $64,463 |
| Butler Community College | El Dorado, KS | Unrestricted general | $64,463 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,074,378 | 4 |
| 2024 | $993,833 | 4 |
| 2023 | $912,240 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622379349100522
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-7250952
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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