The Dedman Foundation
Invitation OnlyDallas, Texas · EIN 75-2604170 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.1M
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$154,963
Total assets$46.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $64,507 and $365,951.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
30% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | General support - educational | $580,951 |
| Florida State University | Tallahassee, FL | General support - educational | $426,224 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | General support - educational | $365,951 |
| University of North Texas | Denton, TX | General support - educational | $227,320 |
| The Salvation Army | Norcross, GA | General support | $170,490 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Dallas, TX | General support | $154,963 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Dallas, TX | General support | $71,033 |
| Usga | Liberty Corner, NJ | General support | $64,507 |
| Sweetheart Ball Inc | Dallas, TX | General support | $50,000 |
| Southwestern Medical Foundation | Dallas, TX | General support | $1,500 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | Tallahassee, FL | General support - educational | $135,309 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | General support - educational | $118,927 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | General support - educational | $67,614 |
| The Salvation Army | Norcross, GA | General support | $54,124 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Dallas, TX | General support | $49,194 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,112,939 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543149349102259
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2604170
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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