The Bilby Foundation
Invitation OnlyArdmore, Oklahoma · EIN 73-1554618 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$236K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$4.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $32,000.
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
40% of grants went outside Oklahoma.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Children's Shelter & Family Services | Ardmore, OK | CapitalCampaign | $90,000 |
| Southern Oklahoma Ambulance Service | Ardmore, OK | General Operations | $50,000 |
| Ashley Inc | Havre De Grace, MD | Renovations | $32,000 |
| Univ of Oklahoma Foundation | Norman, OK | Shelley MullinsScholarshipEndowment | $25,000 |
| Ranch Hand Rescue | Argyle, TX | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Univ of Oklahoma Foundation | Norman, OK | Ou pom | $8,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation | Lubbock, TX | ScholarshipFund | $7,000 |
| Ardmore Animal Shelter | Ardmore, OK | General Operations | $4,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth, TX | General Operations | $3,000 |
| Panhandle State University | Goodwell, OK | GeneralExpenses | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $236,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $188,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631129349100818
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 73-1554618
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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