The Grace W Dobson Family Foundation
Historical FunderSan Antonio, Texas · EIN 74-2935744 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $129,473 and $500,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Thomas E Dobson |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 CONCORD PLAZA STE 240, San Antonio TX 78216 |
| Phone | 3618441137 |
| Form and materials | SEE ATTACHED GRANT AND SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATION - NON. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - MARCH 1. |
| Restrictions | SEE ATTACHED GRANT AND SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS |
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Texas Mission of Mercy | Bastrop, TX | General Charitable Donation | $500,000 |
| Womens Shelter of South Texas DBA The Purple Door | Corpus Christi, TX | General Charitable Donation | $500,000 |
| Texas A&M Foundation | College Station, TX | General Charitable Donation | $350,000 |
| South Texas Botanical Gardens | Corpus Christi, TX | General Charitable Donation | $150,000 |
| Coastal Bend Food Bank | Corpus Christi, TX | General Charitable Donation | $129,473 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates C | Corpus Christi, TX | General Charitable Donation | $100,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,729,473 | 6 |
| 2023 | $69,527 | 1 |
| 2022 | $72,335 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602299349100325
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2935744
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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