Mark and Ruth Ann Dunn Foundation
Invitation OnlyDallas, Texas · EIN 20-2008827 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$136K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
66% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quilt Alliance | Asheville, NC | Provide support | $50,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Provide support | $27,500 |
| National Quilt Museum | Paducak, KY | Provide support | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross | Dallas, TX | Provide support | $10,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Dallas, TX | Provide support | $10,000 |
| Va Quilt Museum | Harrisonburg, VA | Provide support | $6,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Dallas | Dallas, TX | Provide support | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Americus, GA | Provide support | $5,000 |
| Quilting Hall of Fame | Marion, IN | Provide support | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,500 | 9 |
| 2024 | $201,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $158,356 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642389349100104
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2008827
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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