The Ray and Nancy Bearden Family Foundation
Historical FunderAustin, Texas · EIN 74-2957665 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,500 and $14,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | RAY BEARDEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 5221 MUSKET COVE, AUSTIN TX 78738 |
| Phone | 5122667559 |
| Form and materials | TYPED OR LEGIBLY WRITTEN ENGLISH INCLUDING SUFFICIENT INFORMATION FOR THE DETERMINATION OF CHARITABLE PURPOSE AND NEED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | To serve the spiritual and material needs of god's people | $14,000 |
| Partner's in Hope | Austin, TX | To empower communities to work together to eliminate social isolation and the hopelessness it causes | $12,500 |
| Diocese of Austin | Austin, TX | To serve the spiritual and material needs of god's people | $10,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $39,250 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523179349102457
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2957665
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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