The Ryrie Foundation
Historical FunderDallas, Texas · EIN 75-2001540 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $75,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CAROLYN RYRIE HOWARD |
|---|---|
| Address | 7274 STEFANI DR, DALLAS TX 75225 |
| Phone | 9723835700 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FOR GRANTS PROVIDED BY THE FOUNDATION. GRANTS ARE PRIMARILY GIVEN TO RELIGIOUS BASED NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND MINISTRIES AND TO EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM REQUIRES EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND, GOALS AND CURRENT SCHOOL ENROLLMENT STATUS, FINANCIAL NEEDS, STATEMENT OF DOCTRINAL COMPATIBILITY, BRIEF AUTOBIOGRAPHY AND A RECENT PHOTOGRAPH. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED ANYTIME |
| Restrictions | THE RYRIE FOUNDATION HAS NO RESTRICTIONS OR LIMITATIONS ON AWARDS |
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
80% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Life Management | Hudson, NY | Scholarships | $166,210 |
| Appalachian Bible College | Mount Hope, WV | Student scholarships | $125,000 |
| Pacific Islands University | Mangilao, GU | Student needs | $75,000 |
| Twelfth Step Ministry | Dallas, TX | Building renovation | $60,000 |
| Entrust | Colorado Springs, CO | Student scholarship | $45,000 |
| Legacy Research Institute | Ulaanbaatar, MG | Bible publishing project | $30,000 |
| Via | Fayetteville, AR | Ministry | $25,000 |
| Equipping Leaders Intl | Midlothian, VA | Andrew mwumvneza | $5,000 |
| Grace Prison Ministries | Brewster, WA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Gracelife Ministries | Burleson, TX | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Share Education Services | Libby, MT | Education support | $4,224 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($257,743). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $803,177 | 20 |
| 2023 | $776,919 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349102215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2001540
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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