Sam and Laura Dawson Family Foundation
Historical FunderSan Antonio, Texas · EIN 83-1264255 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SAM AND LAURA DAWSON FAMILY FOUNDAT |
|---|---|
| Address | 3 CEYLON, SAN ANTONIO TX 78230 |
| Phone | 2103759000 |
| Form and materials | PUBLIC CHARITIES QUALIFYING AS 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS THAT WISH TO REQUEST A GRANT SHOULD SUBMIT SUCH REQUEST TO THE FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS, INCLUDING A DETAILED DESCRIPTION AS TO THE PURPOSE AND USE OF SUCH GRANT IN THE EVENT IT IS MADE, ALONG WITH A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S FAVORABLE DETERMINATION LETTER ISSUED BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE RECOGNIZING SUCH ORGANIZATION AS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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
5% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Zoo | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $200,000 |
| Trinity Baptist Church | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $154,631 |
| The Charity Ball Association of San Antonio Inc | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $139,049 |
| The University of Texas at Austin - Cockrell School of Engineering | Austin, TX | Support programs | $100,000 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $100,000 |
| United Way of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $50,000 |
| Cru | Orlando, FL | Support programs | $43,232 |
| Remember the Alamo Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $25,000 |
| Arboretum San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $20,000 |
| San Antonio Youth for Christ | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $15,000 |
| Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $15,000 |
| Cleft of the Rock Church | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $10,000 |
| Cenikor Foundation | Houston, TX | Support programs | $10,000 |
| Pape-Dawson Charitable Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $7,500 |
| Jewish Federation of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $5,000 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $5,000 |
| Opera San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $3,200 |
| The World Affairs Council of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $2,500 |
| Ballet San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Support programs | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $907,612 | 19 |
| 2024 | $394,059 | 20 |
| 2023 | $1,520,100 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349104684
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1264255
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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