The Perot Foundation
Historical FunderDallas, Texas · EIN 75-6093258 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $140,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Carolyn P Rathjen |
|---|---|
| Address | 3000 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas TX 75219 |
| Phone | 9725351900 |
| Form and materials | Please contact the named person above for details |
| Deadlines | Please contact the named person above for details |
| Restrictions | Please contact the named person above for details |
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
33% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Point Association of Graduates | West Point, NY | General Fund | $140,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | Grant Donation for Center for Presidential History | $90,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Dallas, TX | Future of North Texas Journalism Impact Fund | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $280,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $345,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 4, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513089349100816
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-6093258
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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