How to apply
Accepts applications
The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.
- Contact
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moodyforgapplication-process moodys
2302 Post Office Street
Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 797-1500
- Form and materials
- Grant applications should be submitted at Moodyf.org. Moody Scholars program applicants should visit Moodyf.org for eligibility and application details.
- Deadlines
- Applications accepted on ongoing basis. Must be received 11/30 of student's high school senior year.
- Restrictions
- Grant awards must be expended in Texas. See website(s) above for details regarding eligibility and application instructions for grants and scholarships.
Assets and giving by year
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Tax year 2024
$121,331,301
- Grants listed
- 373
- Assets, end of year
- $3,534,764,351
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Tax year 2023
$90,155,967
- Grants listed
- 268
- Assets, end of year
- $2,228,364,246
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Tax year 2022
$106,115,981
- Grants listed
- 276
- Assets, end of year
- $2,172,073,057
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Tax year 2021
$74,104,087
- Grants listed
- 282
- Assets, end of year
- $975,031,131
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Tax year 2020
$80,512,536
- Grants listed
- 303
- Assets, end of year
- $924,976,832
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Tax year 2019
$93,920,095
- Grants listed
- 257
- Assets, end of year
- $902,900,567
Grants paid in 2024
As listed on the return. Grants to individuals show as “Individual”, with purpose and amount only.
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University of Texas at Austin Dept of Intercollegiate AthleticsAustin, TX
Assistance supporting the mission & purpose of University of Texas at Austin.
$30,000,000 -
Rice UniversityHouston, TX
Assistance with The Moody Center for Student Life and Opportunity
$10,000,000 -
Southern Methodist UniversityDallas, TX
Assistance with funding for Moody School of Graduate & Advanced Studies.
$10,000,000 -
Moody GardensGalveston, TX
Assitance with Attraction and Site Improvements - Moody Gardens
$7,000,000 -
University of Texas Medical Branch at GalvestonGalveston, TX
General support
$5,000,000 -
Children's Medical Center FoundationDallas, TX
General support
$3,313,577 -
Lubbock County Expo CenterLubbock, TX
Assistance with Lubbock County Expo Center Arena
$2,000,000 -
Galveston Island Day SchoolMoody Early Childhood CenterGalveston, TX
Assistance with Moody Early Childhood Center-the Next Steps
$1,966,666 -
Charles Butt FoundationSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with the TXRL Program
$1,863,500 -
Abilene Christian UniversityAbilene, TX
Assistance completing second and final phase of renovations to Moody Coliseum
$1,800,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Assistance with the GISD For Kids/For Prep After & Summer School program
$1,349,791 -
Waco Family Medicine FoundationWaco, TX
Assistance with expandng health care services for the underserved population in Waco Texas
$1,250,000 -
Avance IncSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with the Expansion of AVANCE's ParentChild Education Program
$1,000,000 -
Breakthrough Central TexasAustin, TX
Assistance with scaling first-generation college student success
$1,000,000 -
Communities Foundation of Texas IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the Educate Texas initiative
$1,000,000 -
Texas Community College Education InitiativeAustin, TX
Assistance with the Wrapped in Wellness project
$1,000,000 -
Uvalde CISD Moving Forward FoundationUvalde, TX
Assistance to support the construction of a new elementary school for Uvalde CISD
$1,000,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Assistance with the Galveston Career-Connect program
$999,575 -
University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX
Assistance with the Texas Network for Postsecondary Success
$877,986 -
Dallas Historical Society Hall of State Fair ParkDallas, TX
Assistance with The Moody Family Digital Immersive Learning Experience
$847,890 -
Highland Park ISD Education FoundationDallas, TX
Develop research to expand K12 STEAM education and MAPS program impact
$838,738 -
The Commit PartnershipDallas, TX
Drive economic mobility in Dallas County through workforce and education partnerships
$750,000 -
Huston Tillotson UniversityAustin, TX
Assistance in the installation of an HVAC system in the gymnasium and additional improvements
$730,300 -
Child Poverty Action LabDallas, TX
Assistance expanding the Trust Her program of accessible contraception
$600,000 -
Dallas College FoundationDallas, TX
Assistance with the Early Educator Workforce Development Learning Partnership
$584,770 -
Austin Public Education FoundationAustin, TX
Assistance with the Austin Ed Fund: Early Literacy Initiative
$500,000 -
Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute For TexasDallas, TX
Assistance in the continued scaling of the MMHPI school mental health work across Texas
$500,000 -
My PossibilitiesPlano, TX
Assistance with The Employment Innovations School
$500,000 -
Parkland FoundationDallas, TX
Complete Parkland Pediatric Clinic to serve uninsured and underserved families
$500,000 -
St Andrews Episcopal SchoolAustin, TX
Assistance in funding two practice sourts for the new Athletics Complex
$500,000 -
The Center for First Generation Student SuccessWashington, DC
Expand first-generation student success programs under the Texas First initiative
$500,000 -
The Trail ConservancyAustin, TX
Restore the Seaholm Waterfront as a community and cultural programming center
$500,000 -
Family Gateway IncDallas, TX
Support renovations and crisis team launch at Family Gateway North facilit
$440,000 -
Region 16 Education Service CenterAmarillo, TX
Bridge childcare deserts through early learning centers and local partnerships
$415,000 -
Dallas Education FoundationDallas, TX
Assistance in Enabling Economic Mobility for the Students of Dallas
$406,720 -
Austin Voices for Education and YouthAustin, TX
Assistance with the Austin Voices Pathways to Prosperity Initiative
$400,000 -
College PossibleSaint Paul, MN
Assistance with Advancing Equity in Higher Education in the State of Texas
$400,000 -
Transformation WacoWaco, TX
Assistance with the Transforming School Readiness: A Community Approach project
$400,000 -
Baylor Health Care System Foundation dba Baylor Scott & White Dallas FdnDallas, TX
General Support
$350,000 -
Dallas County Mental Health & Mental Retardation CenterDallas, TX
Support building the new Child and Adolescent Services wing of the Behavior Innovation Center
$350,000 -
Npower IncBrooklyn, NY
Train young adults and veterans in Dallas, Ft. Worth, San Antonio and Houston for technology careers, lifting them from poverty
$350,000 -
University of North Texas FoundationDenton, TX
Enhance college retention for students with foster care experience through targeted programs
$350,000 -
June Shelton School and Evaluation CenterDallas, TX
Enhance wellness and campus safety programs through continued funding
$345,500 -
Camp For All FoundationHouston, TX
Help build a second camp to meet demand for medical-ready camping facilities and programs
$333,333 -
United Way for Greater AustinAustin, TX
Strengthen Greater Austins early education capacity through the Building Brighter Futures plan
$331,740 -
Communities in Schools of Central Texas IncAustin, TX
Support completion of All In For Kids campaign to open Communities In Schools training center
$327,933 -
Individual
Assistance in Support 2023 [individual] -Galveston/Dallas/Travis counties.
$308,142 -
Comp-U-DoptHouston, TX
Assistance with the Digital Equity for Galveston Families Renewal
$300,000 -
Lena Pope Home IncFort Worth, TX
Fund JPS Health Partnership expanding early childhood access for low-income families
$300,000 -
Young Women's Preparatory NetworkDallas, TX
Assistance with the Overcoming Barriers Program
$300,000 -
Individual
Assistance in Support 2024 [individual] -Galveston/Dallas/Travis counties.
$279,200 -
Texprotects - The Texas Association for the Protection of ChildrenDallas, TX
Assistance with the Increasing School Readiness through Evidence-Based Home Visiting project
$275,000 -
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, TX
Fund Teaching Excellence Center staff role and related costs in the TXWES Teacher Academy
$269,882 -
The Austin MarathonAustin, TX
Assistance in matching funds raised up to $10000 for 26 selected charities for the Austin Marathon
$266,500 -
Austin Community FoundationAustin, TX
Match up to $10,000 raised for 26 local charities joining the Austin Marathon Gives program
$265,200 -
Deans for ImpactAustin, TX
Support educator prep programs improving equitable early literacy instruction
$261,143 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Assistance with Galveston Community Dyslexia Initiative
$260,313 -
University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX
Assistance with the Expanding Bilingual Early Literacy Intervention project
$259,025 -
Austin Children's Museumdba ThinkeryAustin, TX
Support Thinkery Del Valles model for early learning through school-community partnerships
$250,000 -
Bastrop County Emergency Food PantryBastrop, TX
Help build a regional food pantry serving surrounding counties in need of food access
$250,000 -
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston IncHouston, TX
Support Galveston Teen Club operations and upgrades to the Johnny Mitchell Branch facility
$250,000 -
Dallas Center for the Performing Arts Foundationdba AT&T Performing Arts CeDallas, TX
Assistance with Disney Musicals in Schools for the next two school years
$250,000 -
Educational First StepsDallas, TX
Assistance with Four Steps to Excellence Expansion project
$250,000 -
Friends of the THGAACHouston, TX
Support THGAACs education initiative on antisemitism awareness and resources
$250,000 -
Healing Hands MinistriesDallas, TX
Assistance with the mobile pediatric clinic
$250,000 -
New Braunfels Youth CollaborativeNew Braunfels, TX
Assistance in providing a dedicated out-of-school center to improve student success and well-being
$250,000 -
Respite Care of San AntonioSan Antonio, TX
Fund early childhood education for children with disabilities and complex medical conditions
$250,000 -
Theater Action Projectdba Creative ActionAustin, TX
Build the Community Arts Collaborative to advance local arts education and engagement
$250,000 -
The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood EducationRound Rock, TX
Establish a registered apprenticeship in early childhood education across Central Texas
$248,000 -
E3 Alliance (Education Equals Equity)Austin, TX
Support E3 Alliance to expand career opportunities for students in special education
$242,440 -
Individual
Assistance in Support 2022 [individual] -Galveston/Dallas/Travis counties.
$233,100 -
Bellville Independent School DistrictBellville, TX
Assistance with the final phase of the Learner Portfolio
$200,000 -
Center for Applied Science & Technology NetworkSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with CAST Schools
$200,000 -
Empower Schools IncBoston, MA
Assistance with the Scaling Rural Pathway Excellence Partnerships project in the State of Texas
$200,000 -
Foundation Communities IncAustin, TX
Assistance in the expansion of wraparound services for housing stability
$200,000 -
Paso Del Norte Childrens Development CenterEl Paso, TX
Assistance with the PdN Children's Inclusive Early Learning Center-East
$200,000 -
Texas State University Development FoundationSan Marcos, TX
Assistance with the First Generation Career Scholars Network
$200,000 -
Valley Initiative For Development and AdvancementMercedes, TX
Assistance with Enhancing Career Pathways for low income learners through wraparound services
$200,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Support purchase of UV printer, website development, and staff training for design growth
$189,091 -
University of Houston Clear LakeHouston, TX
Assistance with the Strengthening the Early Education Workforce project
$183,665 -
School Empowerment NetworkDallas, TX
Advance early learning in Texas through educator and leadership development initiatives
$183,119 -
Upward Hope AcademyGalveston, TX
Assistance with operational expenses and teaching nutrition through a "food science" course.
$175,000 -
Urban Strategies IncGalveston, TX
Assistance hiring an education specialist for children at Cedars & Villas housing.
$173,312 -
Individual
Assistance in Support 2021 [individual] -Galveston/Dallas/Travis counties.
$171,700 -
Coleman ISDColeman, TX
Assistance with the Coleman ISD Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities projecct
$168,300 -
Houston Community College FoundationHouston, TX
Assistance with the HCC-VAST Academy
$151,900 -
American National Red CrossWashington, DC
Assistance with the Sickle Cell Initiative in the State of Texas
$150,000 -
Bay Area Habitat HoustonHouston, TX
Support creation of two affordable homes in Texas City for low-income families in Galveston
$150,000 -
Big ThoughtDallas, TX
Assistance with the Learning Pathways: Skills Building Powered by Relationships project
$150,000 -
Boys and Girls Clubs of Austin & Travis CountyAustin, TX
Assistance in providing academic support throughout the school year and summer
$150,000 -
Brownsville Society for Crippled Children IncBrownsville, TX
Fund two years of reduced fees for underinsured families in Cameron Countys care programs
$150,000 -
Catch Up & Read IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the Gowing Confident Readers and Teachers project
$150,000 -
Center for Child ProtectionAustin, TX
Assistance in the general operations to prevent child abuse through education services
$150,000 -
Child Care AssociatesFort Worth, TX
Assistance with the Center for the Early Educator project
$150,000 -
Dallas Museum of ArtsDallas, TX
Assist with Two x Two for Aids Art Gala
$150,000 -
Early Learning Center Of Lubbock IncLubbock, TX
Assistance with Tuition Reduction
$150,000 -
Foundation for the Callier Center for Commun DisordersDallas, TX
Assistance with the Callier Clinical Innovation Pipeline
$150,000 -
Galveston Arts Center IncGalveston, TX
Support public arts programming including exhibitions, classes, and workshops
$150,000 -
Galveston Urban MinistriesGalveston, TX
Furnish retreat center to house volunteers and provide local employment opportunities
$150,000 -
GENESYS WORKS HoustonHouston, TX
Assistance with the Meaningful High School Internship Program 2.0
$150,000 -
Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community CenterAustin, TX
Fund Greenleaf NCC School for young adults with autism and neurodivergent needs
$150,000 -
Holocaust Museum HoustonHouston, TX
Fund Kinsey African American Art Collection exhibition, outreach, and staffing
$150,000 -
Lionheart Childrens AcademyBedford, TX
Assistanve with Bridge to Kindergarten and Beyond: Strengthening School and Life Readiness project
$150,000 -
NextGen Talent IncN Weymouth, MA
Improve college and career advising in the State of Texas
$150,000 -
Restore EducationSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with the Removing Barriers to Postsecondary Success project
$150,000 -
The Salvation Army of North TexasDallas, TX
Construct and launch a childcare center within the new social services hub
$150,000 -
Transformative Education for AdultsAustin, TX
Assistance with the Whole Student Support for High School and Post-Secondary Success projecct
$150,000 -
YES PREP PUBLIC SchoolsHouston, TX
Assistance with the College Initiatives Program
$150,000 -
Youth Village Resources of Dallas Inc dba Youth With Faces-Dallas, TX
Expand career and wraparound services for justice-involved youth through Transforming Futures
$150,000 -
Lone Star Justice AllianceAustin, TX
Fill funding gap for UTMB pilot aiding medical care for incarcerated women
$140,000 -
Galveston County Teen Parenting Coalition GCTPCTexas City, TX
Fund parenting support programs offering childbirth, fatherhood, and career planning education
$135,209 -
Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenGalveston, TX
Assistance with the purchase of furnishings for a new housing facility
$130,000 -
Leander Educational Excellence FoundationLeander, TX
Assistance in securing funds to maintain two FTE for mental health counseling.
$129,428 -
Holy Family ParishGalveston, TX
Assistance with completing the Parish Life Center
$125,000 -
Mommies in Need DBA Annie's PlaceDallas, TX
Remodel building for childcare and full-time learning center supporting Baylor staff
$125,000 -
Social Good Fund IncRichmond, CA
Assistance with the Roadmap to an Austin Promise project in Texas
$125,000 -
Communities in Schools of Galveston CountyGalveston, TX
Assistance with the Empowering Youth: Creating College and Career Opportunities in Galveston County
$120,000 -
Everybodys Place of Galveston CountyBacliff, TX
Help create Good News Community housing for homeless adults in Galveston County
$120,000 -
Lutheran Education Association of HoustonHouston, TX
Add psychologist to support students social-emotional and learning needs
$118,917 -
Texas Leadership CenterAustin, TX
Expand the Executive Coaching Network to improve teacher retention and student outcomes
$112,725 -
TA Unlimited Inc dba Texas Empowerment AcademyAustin, TX
Match $2 for every $1 raised (up to $600K) to fund new school furniture in the completed building
$112,000 -
Abide Womens Health Center IncDallas, TX
Assistance with Expanding the Easy Access Clinic in South Dallas
$100,000 -
Amarillo Area Foundation IncAmarillo, TX
Assistance with relief in the Texas Panhandle from the wild fires
$100,000 -
American Cancer Society IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the 2024 Cattle Baron's Ball on Sept. 28, 2024
$100,000 -
Artspace Projects IncMinneapolis, MN
Help maintain affordable housing for artists by finishing restoration of the 1896 building in Galveston, Texas
$100,000 -
Blanton MuseumAustin, TX
Assist to sponsor Gala 2024
$100,000 -
Broadway Dallas Inc fka Dallas Summer Musicals IncDallas, TX
Help provide theater arts for 6,700 students, train 225 teachers, and stream shows to 30,000
$100,000 -
Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights MuseumDallas, TX
Help complete the Upstander Partnerships first phase to advance Holocaust and SEL education
$100,000 -
Family CompassDallas, TX
Assistance toward in home mentoring programs aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect
$100,000 -
Family Service Center of Galveston CountyGalveston, TX
Fund trauma-informed counseling for uninsured and low-income individuals
$100,000 -
Frontiers of Flight Museum IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the Moody Foundation Aerospace-STEM Challenge for Underserved Students project
$100,000 -
Galveston Chamber PartnershipGalveston, TX
Support Galveston Womens Conference, Lemonade Day, and Leadership Galveston programs
$100,000 -
Galveston's Own Farmers MarketGalveston, TX
Fund programs fighting food insecurity for GISD students and low-income families
$100,000 -
Generation OneHouston, TX
Assistance with the Generation One Academy and Empowered Families programs
$100,000 -
Good Reason HoustonHouston, TX
Assistance with the Generation One Academy and Empowered Families programs
$100,000 -
Haven for Hope of Bexar CountySan Antonio, TX
Assistance in providing upgrades and improvements to the emergency shelter
$100,000 -
La Posada Home IncEl Paso, TX
Complete domestic violence shelter renovations for safer, more secure housing
$100,000 -
Mainland Childrens PartnershipTexas City, TX
Develop disaster-preparedness plans ensuring equitable recovery for vulnerable residents
$100,000 -
Mental Health Mental Retardation Center Austin-Travis CountyAustin, TX
Build apartment community in Travis County for people facing chronic homelessness
$100,000 -
Oakbend Medical CenterRichmond, TX
Strengthen Wharton clinic operations to serve rural patients sustainably
$100,000 -
Opportunity School IncAmarillo, TX
Assistance in continuing overall program improvements to meet student and family needs
$100,000 -
Reading PartnersOakland, CA
Fund Reading Partners tutoring for economically disadvantaged students
$100,000 -
Resource and Crisis Center of Galveston CountyGalveston, TX
Assistance to purchase a 12 passenger van and two years of insurance and maintenance
$100,000 -
Ruthe B Cowl Rehabilitation CenterLaredo, TX
Retain a Doctor of Physical Therapy to expand services for patients with severe conditions
$100,000 -
Smart Family Literacy IncGalveston, TX
Assistance with the ongoing early childhood educational initiatives
$100,000 -
St Edward's UniversityAustin, TX
Assistance with the First to GOat: Postsecondary Success for SEU's Firt-Gen Students project
$100,000 -
Sunshine Center-1726Galveston, TX
Assistance with Capital Improvements & Operating Funds
$100,000 -
Teach Plus IncorporatedBoston, MA
Assistance with the Teach Plus Texas Ready to Lead Fellowship project
$100,000 -
The Salvation Army - GalvestonGalveston, TX
Assist with matching funds for the 2023 Red Kettle Christmas fundraising drive
$100,000 -
Visiting Nurse Association of TexasDallas, TX
Assistance with providing Meals on Wheels to an additional 50 seniors
$100,000 -
Vogel AlcoveDallas, TX
Assistance with the New RedBird Childcare Center
$100,000 -
Wortham ISDWortham, TX
Provide Anatomage 3D anatomy system for high school medical students training
$100,000 -
Young Mens Christian Association of Central TexasRound Rock, TX
Support YMCA Camp Twin Lakes outdoor education and youth development programs
$100,000 -
Zachary Scott Theater CenterAustin, TX
Underwrite ZACH Theatres productions, education programs, and digital strategy (20212024)
$100,000 -
Successful Connections IncSan Antonio, TX
Build a donor system to strengthen sustainable funding and community support
$96,773 -
Prounitas IncHouston, TX
Build digital infrastructure for Galveston ISDs three-year student support plan
$96,000 -
Friends of Sky Ranch IncVan, TX
Assistance with Outdoor Science Education Classes Scholarships and purchase of shade structure
$95,000 -
Winnsboro ISD Education FoundationWinnsboro, TX
Assistance with the expansion of the Electrical Engineering Program
$95,000 -
Odyssey 2020 Academy IncTexas City, TX
Expand Odysseys postsecondary success programs for students and educators
$86,570 -
CitySquare ParisParis, TX
Assistance over a two year period with operational and transitional expenses
$80,000 -
El Buen Samaritano Episcopal MissionAustin, TX
Assistance in the Hands for Hope Food Equity Access Campaign
$80,000 -
Achilles International IncNew York, NY
Help boost participation of people with disabilities in health-focused, inclusive sports in Texas
$75,000 -
Bay Area Rehabilitation CenterBaytown, TX
Help expand Patsys Destiny all-abilities playground for public accessible recreation
$75,000 -
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Central Texas IncAustin, TX
Assistance with the One to One Mentoring Program
$75,000 -
Boys & Girls Clubs Of San Antonio TexasSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with providing quality after-school activities
$75,000 -
Children's Advocacy Center of Big BendAlpine, TX
Expand family advocacy to underserved West Texas counties for specialized forensic interviews
$75,000 -
Contemporary Austin Museum IncAustin, TX
Fund Contemporary Austins education programs and sculpture honoring Jessica Greens memory
$75,000 -
Guadalupe Parkway Neighborhood Center of Lubbock IncLubbock, TX
Assistance with renovation of spaces for adolescent
$75,000 -
Hardin Independent School DistrictNorth Liberty, TX
Build livestock facility for hands-on animal care and student agricultural training
$75,000 -
Helping Hand Home for ChildrenAustin, TX
Create Training and Compliance Manager role to support organizational growth
$75,000 -
Interfaith Ministries for Greater HoustonHouston, TX
Assistance with the Galveston Career-Connect program
$75,000 -
Jubilee Park & Community CenterDallas, TX
Assistance in expanding academic support and enrichment for low-income students in Southeast Dallas
$75,000 -
Sanctuary Foster Care ServicesHouston, TX
Reduce foster family turnover through training and support to manage emotional challenges
$75,000 -
Summerhouse HoustonHouston, TX
Prepare youth with intellectual disabilities for employment through job coaching and skills
$75,000 -
Sunrise Community ChurchAustin, TX
Operate the Sunrise Hotline offering crisis aid for homeless women and families
$75,000 -
Talitha Koum InstituteWaco, TX
Provide general operating support for programs serving children in extreme poverty
$75,000 -
Texas 4-H Youth Development FoundationCollege Sta, TX
Assistance with operating expenses for the Norman Borlag Youth in Agriculture Program
$75,000 -
The ConcilioDallas, TX
Assistance with the Parents Advicating for Student Excellence PASE Program
$75,000 -
The Holdsworth CenterAustin, TX
Assist to support Texas Public School Districts in the Holdworth Partnership
$75,000 -
Traffick911Addison, TX
Assistance with freeing youth from sex trafficking through trust-based relationships
$75,000 -
Trinity Center St David's Episcopal ChurchAustin, TX
Assistance to support the Social Worker and Case Manager to eliminate daily life barriers
$75,000 -
Unbound NowWaco, TX
Assistance in conituous, comprehensive support to survivors of human trafficking
$75,000 -
Waterloo Greenway ConservancyAustin, TX
General support
$75,000 -
West Galveston County Interfaith Caring MinistriesSanta Fe, TX
Restore flood-damaged facility into a shared hub for coordinated social services
$75,000 -
Young Women's Christian Association of Greater AustinAustin, TX
Assistance with the increasing need for mental health counselling among the BIPOC community
$75,000 -
The Independence VillageTexas City, TX
Restore Galvestons assisted-living facility to full occupancy after post-COVID vacancies
$72,000 -
Dress for Success HoustonHouston, TX
Aid veterans transition to civilian tech careers through digital literacy and laptop access
$70,000 -
Nia Cultural CenterGalveston, TX
Assistance with the CDF Freedom Schools Program
$70,000 -
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the SouthwestLubbock, TX
Replace mechanical and electrical systems to improve elevator reliability and fire safety
$66,740 -
Galveston Island Tree ConservancyGalveston, TX
Improve Ball Street area in Galveston by planting trees to cool, drain, and beautify neighborhoods
$65,500 -
Casa Esperanza Incdba Hope House of AustinLiberty Hill, TX
Assistance in purchasing a new van for the IDD clients living in the home
$65,000 -
West Austin Youth AssociationAustin, TX
Assistance in funding three short term projects for expanding space and funding for foster families
$65,000 -
McKinney Memorial United Methodist ChurchLa Marque, TX
Replace failing HVAC units to sustain churchs worship and community programs
$64,000 -
Dallas Zoological SocietyDallas, TX
Fund evaluation and overhead for the Dallas Zoos Wild Earth Preschool and Internship project
$62,811 -
Shelbys BridgeSudan, TX
Assistance with the Building Bigger Bridges project
$60,000 -
The Battered Women's FoundationRichland HLS, TX
Assistance with purchasing a E-transit van
$60,000 -
Vincare Services of Austin Foundation dba Saint Louise HouseAustin, TX
Assistance in supportive housing for single mothers and children experiencing homelessness
$60,000 -
Wesley Rankin Community CenterDallas, TX
Assistance with the Wesley-Rankin Aspiring Professionals (WRAP) program
$60,000 -
Nehemiah Center IncHouston, TX
Assistance with the Nehemiah Center Early Learning Programs
$55,000 -
212 CatalystsAustin, TX
Help hire an Executive Director and grow capacity for the African American Leadership Institute
$50,000 -
Alcohol Drug Abuse Women's Center IncGalveston, TX
Support updates to finance systems, cybersecurity, building repairs, and staffing transitions
$50,000 -
Arthur M Blank Center for Stuttering Education and ResearchAustin, TX
Expand Camp Dream. Speak. Live. to promote communication skills for students statewide
$50,000 -
Austin Child Guidance CenterAustin, TX
Assistance in providing families with equal access to high quality mental health care
$50,000 -
Austin Groups for the ElderlyAustin, TX
Assistance towards programs and services currently expanding into South Austin
$50,000 -
Austin Together FundAustin, TX
Assistance with supporting formal collaborations and alliances among non-profits in the community
$50,000 -
Boys & Girls Club Of Northeast Texas IncGreenville, TX
Assistance with the Better Than Ever: Health & Wellness Program
$50,000 -
Breakthrough HoustonHouston, TX
Assistance with Operating Support for BTH Programming
$50,000 -
Buckner Children and Family ServicesDallas, TX
Support Family Hope Centers in Dallas to strengthen stability and reduce child poverty impacts
$50,000 -
Camp AllenNavasota, TX
Assitance toward Back to Nature Campaign
$50,000 -
Camp Aranzazu FoundationRockport, TX
Fund the $10M Resiliency Fund to maintain camp facilities and cover costs for low-income youth
$50,000 -
Caritas of AustinAustin, TX
Assistance in supportive housing for individuals facing chronic homelessness
$50,000 -
Chinati FoundationMarfa, TX
Assistance with Operating Support for Education Programming
$50,000 -
City Year IncBoston, MA
Fund 20222023 Whole School Whole Child mentoring and assistance program operations
$50,000 -
City Year IncBoston, MA
Assistance with City Year Dallas - Teacher Pipeline Program
$50,000 -
CitySquareParis, TX
Help uninsured Dallas residents access healthcare and insurance for better long-term health
$50,000 -
Corpus Christi Metro MinistriesCorp Christi, TX
Support free volunteer-run clinic for homeless providing medical, dental, and vision care
$50,000 -
Dallas Museum of ArtsDallas, TX
Assist to sponsor Rachofsky Contemporary Art Fellow Fund
$50,000 -
Family Service Center of Galveston CountyGalveston, TX
Assist Thriving Communities through Mental Health Support
$50,000 -
Family Service CenterGalveston, TX
Assistance as sponsor of Havana Nights
$50,000 -
Galveston Bay FoundationKemah, TX
Fund environmental education and sponsor Bike Around the Bay event 2024
$50,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Build capacity in Path to Employment program to advance womens career skills
$50,000 -
Girls Empowerment NetworkAustin, TX
Expand curriculum improving girls mental health and reducing delinquency
$50,000 -
Good Samaritan Center of San Antonio DBA Good Samaritan Community ServicesSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with providing early childhood education services for low-income families
$50,000 -
Health Alliance for Austin MusiciansAustin, TX
Assistance with assist in providing access to affordable healthcare services for musicians
$50,000 -
Justice ForwardHouston, TX
Address mental health causes of nonviolent crime to reduce recidivism
$50,000 -
Make A-Wish Foundation of Texas Gulf Coast & LouisianaStafford, TX
Fulfill wishes for terminally ill children to improve quality of life and comfort
$50,000 -
MHP SaludOrlando, FL
Assistance with Community Healthy Aging in Maverick County, Texas
$50,000 -
Mi Escuelita PreschoolDallas, TX
Assistance with supporting the 2024 Special Services and Mental Wellness programming
$50,000 -
NAMI Central TexasAustin, TX
Assistance in bridging the gap in mental health accessibility and outreach
$50,000 -
North Dallas Shared MinistriesDallas, TX
Assistance with Mental Health Counseling Program
$50,000 -
Pathways Youth Home Inc dba Pathways Youth & Family Services IncKerrville, TX
Assistance in providing mental health and behavioral services to children in the foster care system
$50,000 -
Rise School of AustinAustin, TX
Assistance alleviating financial burden to Rise families through thr Funding Inclusion project
$50,000 -
Side By Side Kids IncAustin, TX
Assistance in providing quality aftershool care to underserved student in Title 1 schools
$50,000 -
Teach For America Inc 600 North Pearl StDallas, TX
Assistance to provide and support teachers in the 2023-2024 school year
$50,000 -
TEAMabilitySan Antonio, TX
Fund equipment and hire two speech-language pathologists to strengthen therapy programs
$50,000 -
The Arthur Nagel Community ClinicBandera, TX
Assistance with General Operations of the Organization
$50,000 -
The Austin YMBL SunshineAustin, TX
Provide summer camp experiences improving mental health for underserved Austin students
$50,000 -
The Crystal Charity BallDallas, TX
General support
$50,000 -
The Dallas Friendship Circle IncDallas, TX
Grow summer and winter camps to serve more children and hire a new program coordinator
$50,000 -
The Normal Anomaly InitiativeHouston, TX
Support HIV prevention through education and advocacy under the POWR program
$50,000 -
The Salvation Army - GalvestonGalveston, TX
Fund 2023 outreach: after-school programs and summer camps for Texas City and La Marque
$50,000 -
Todos Juntos Learning CenterAustin, TX
Assistance with the the La Escuelita: Early Childhood Education for Immigrants and Refugees project
$50,000 -
United Way of GalvestonGalveston, TX
Assist with support for Galveston Recovery Fund in the wake of Hurricane Beryl
$50,000 -
Youth and Family Alliance dba LifeWorksAustin, TX
Fund housing, education, and job programs for young clients transitioning from crisis
$50,000 -
Avance Dallas IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the 2024 Parent-Child Education Program
$49,800 -
Sunshine HouseAlpine, TX
Ensure homebound seniors in remote Texas areas receive quality meals consistently
$46,800 -
Presbyterian Church dba The StewpotDallas, TX
Support homeless services helping clients obtain and maintain permanent housing
$45,000 -
United Way Galveston County MainlandTexas City, TX
Assistance with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program in 2025
$45,000 -
Williamson County Children's Advocacy CenterRound Rock, TX
Assistance in providing SAFE exams at no cost to families during a forensic interview.
$40,100 -
Altacair FoundationsMcAllen, TX
Assistance with the Colonia Elevation Program
$40,000
Approved for future payment
Approved in 2024 and not yet paid; the largest 50 are shown.
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Children's Medical Center Foundation of TexasDallas, TX
Support new pediatric hospital construction replacing the current Dallas Childrens campus
$130,000,000 -
University of Texas Medical BranchGalveston, TX
Assistance in the creation of the Moody Brain Health Institute
$20,000,000 -
Lubbock County Expo CenterLubbock, TX
Assistance with Lubbock County Expo Center Arena
$4,000,000 -
Charles Butt FoundationSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with the TXRL Program
$3,197,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Assistance with the GISD For Kids/For Prep After & Summer School program
$2,699,182 -
Avance IncSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with the Expansion of AVANCE's ParentChild Education Program
$2,000,000 -
Galveston Independent School DistrictGalveston, TX
Assistance with the Galveston Career-Connect program
$1,999,150 -
United Way for Greater AustinAustin, TX
Strengthen Greater Austins early education capacity through the Building Brighter Futures plan
$1,492,565 -
Communities Foundation of Texas IncDallas, TX
Assistance with the Educate Texas initiative
$1,250,000 -
Texas Community College Education InitiativeAustin, TX
Assistance with the Wrapped in Wellness project
$1,250,000 -
Waco Family Medicine FoundationWaco, TX
Assistance with expandng health care services for the underserved population in Waco Texas
$1,250,000 -
Breakthrough Central TexasAustin, TX
Assistance with scaling first-generation college student success
$1,000,000 -
The Center for First Generation Student SuccessWashington, DC
Expand first-generation student success programs under the Texas First initiative
$1,000,000 -
University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX
Assistance with the Texas Network for Postsecondary Success
$929,929 -
Individual
Assistance in Support 2024 [individual] -Galveston/Dallas/Travis counties.
$920,800 -
School Empowerment NetworkDallas, TX
Advance early learning in Texas through educator and leadership development initiatives
$844,111 -
Dallas College FoundationDallas, TX
Assistance with the Early Educator Workforce Development Learning Partnership
$797,300 -
Austin Children's Museumdba ThinkeryAustin, TX
Support Thinkery Del Valles model for early learning through school-community partnerships
$750,000 -
The Commit PartnershipDallas, TX
Drive economic mobility in Dallas County through workforce and education partnerships
$750,000 -
University of North Texas FoundationDenton, TX
Enhance college retention for students with foster care experience through targeted programs
$750,000 -
Camp For All FoundationHouston, TX
Help build a second camp to meet demand for medical-ready camping facilities and programs
$666,667 -
Region 16 Education Service CenterAmarillo, TX
Bridge childcare deserts through early learning centers and local partnerships
$650,000 -
Dallas Education FoundationDallas, TX
Assistance in Enabling Economic Mobility for the Students of Dallas
$601,675 -
Deans for ImpactAustin, TX
Support educator prep programs improving equitable early literacy instruction
$601,202 -
Comp-U-DoptHouston, TX
Assistance with the Digital Equity for Galveston Families Renewal
$600,000 -
Young Women's Preparatory NetworkDallas, TX
Assistance with the Overcoming Barriers Program
$600,000 -
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, TX
Fund Teaching Excellence Center staff role and related costs in the TXWES Teacher Academy
$571,200 -
Texprotects - The Texas Association for the Protection of ChildrenDallas, TX
Assistance with the Increasing School Readiness through Evidence-Based Home Visiting project
$550,000 -
Austin Public Education FoundationAustin, TX
Assistance with the Austin Ed Fund: Early Literacy Initiative
$500,000 -
College PossibleSaint Paul, MN
Assistance with Advancing Equity in Higher Education in the State of Texas
$500,000 -
Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute For TexasDallas, TX
Assistance in the continued scaling of the MMHPI school mental health work across Texas
$500,000 -
My PossibilitiesPlano, TX
Assistance with The Employment Innovations School
$500,000 -
The Trail ConservancyAustin, TX
Restore the Seaholm Waterfront as a community and cultural programming center
$500,000 -
Transformation WacoWaco, TX
Assistance with the Transforming School Readiness: A Community Approach project
$500,000 -
University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX
Assistance with the Expanding Bilingual Early Literacy Intervention project
$490,975 -
Urban Strategies IncGalveston, TX
Assist with Educational Equity for Student of Cedars and Villas
$480,000 -
Lena Pope Home IncFort Worth, TX
Fund JPS Health Partnership expanding early childhood access for low-income families
$450,000 -
Blanton Museum of ArtAustin, TX
Assistance with four years of exhibition and educational programs and museum operations
$400,000 -
Texas State University Development FoundationSan Marcos, TX
Assistance with the First Generation Career Scholars Network
$400,000 -
University of Houston Clear LakeHouston, TX
Assistance with the Strengthening the Early Education Workforce project
$399,925 -
Houston Community College FoundationHouston, TX
Assistance with the HCC-VAST Academy
$303,800 -
Center for Applied Science & Technology NetworkSan Antonio, TX
Assistance with CAST Schools
$250,000 -
Paso Del Norte Childrens Development CenterEl Paso, TX
Assistance with the PdN Children's Inclusive Early Learning Center-East
$250,000 -
Respite Care of San AntonioSan Antonio, TX
Fund early childhood education for children with disabilities and complex medical conditions
$250,000 -
The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood EducationRound Rock, TX
Establish a registered apprenticeship in early childhood education across Central Texas
$244,500 -
Communities in Schools of Galveston CountyGalveston, TX
Assistance with the Empowering Youth: Creating College and Career Opportunities in Galveston County
$240,000 -
Holy Family ParishGalveston, TX
Assistance with completing the Parish Life Center
$225,000 -
E3 Alliance (Education Equals Equity)Austin, TX
Support E3 Alliance to expand career opportunities for students in special education
$200,000 -
Social Good Fund IncRichmond, CA
Assistance with the Roadmap to an Austin Promise project
$200,000 -
Teach Plus IncorporatedBoston, MA
Assistance with the Teach Plus Texas Ready to Lead Fellowship project
$200,000
Where the money goes
By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.
- Education58 grants $26,284,86458% of the total
- Health18 grants $5,106,33711% of the total
- Human services45 grants $3,130,4827% of the total
- Arts and culture25 grants $2,190,7235% of the total
- Philanthropy and grantmaking11 grants $2,019,7404% of the total
- Youth development14 grants $1,994,3334% of the total
- 13 other causes50 grants $4,475,36110% of the total
By State
Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.
- Texas354 grants $118,067,559
- District of Columbia2 grants $650,000
- Minnesota2 grants $500,000
- Massachusetts3 grants $450,000
- New York3 grants $450,000
- California1 grant $125,000
- Michigan1 grant $50,000
- Alabama1 grant $25,000
Officers, directors and trustees
As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.
- Frances A Moody-DahlbergTrustee/Chair/CEO/President Hours 37.5Pay $214,973
- Ross R MoodyTrustee/Vice Chair Hours 10Pay $100,250
- Elizabeth MoodyTrustee/Sec/Treas/Sr VP/Grants/CCO Hours 47.5Pay $271,355
The return
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