Mark Cuban Foundation
Historical FunderDallas, Texas · EIN 26-0063142 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $40,000 and $200,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MARK CUBAN FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 1229 SLOCUM STREET, DALLAS TX 75207 |
| Phone | 4698028010 |
| Form and materials | THE GRANT APPLICATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST BY WRITING TO THE MARK CUBAN FOUNDATION AT 1229 SLOCUM STREET, DALLAS, TX 75207. |
| Deadlines | THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES. |
| Restrictions | GRANT RECIPIENTS WILL BE SELECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CRITERIA ESTABLISHED BY THE MARK CUBAN FOUNDATION. |
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
77% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Games for Charity | Dallas, TX | General purpose | $860,000 |
| B'nai B'rith Youth Organization | Washington, DC | General purpose | $250,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | New York, NY | General purpose | $250,000 |
| USA Rugby | Glendale, CO | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Areivim Institute | Roseville, CA | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Coachart Org | Los Angeles, CA | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Dont Ever Give Up | Cary, NC | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Dallas | Dallas, TX | General purpose | $100,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | General purpose | $61,666 |
| Maccabi USA Inc | Philadelphia, PA | General purpose | $50,000 |
| National Community Pharmacists Association Foundation Inc | Alexandria, VA | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Friends of Indiana University Mens Rugby | Carmel, IN | General purpose | $45,000 |
| Life in Deep Ellum | Dallas, TX | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Believe in Dreams | Beachwood, OH | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation | Wynnewood, PA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Casa of Collin County | Mckinney, TX | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Castle Shannon Area Meals on Wheels | Pittsburgh, PA | General purpose | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,526,666 | 18 |
| 2023 | $2,381,270 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531899349100028
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0063142
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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