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Harry Bass Foundation

Dallas, Texas  ·  EIN 751876307  ·  Private foundation

Harry Bass Foundation is a Texas-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.4M in annual giving against $48.9M in assets. This page documents the 209 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Harry Bass Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.4M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$48.9M
Total assets
209
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Harry Bass Foundation funds

Harry Bass Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, faith-based (christian), faith-based, food & agriculture, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationFaith-Based (Christian)Faith-BasedFood & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationLibraries & Literacy

Populations it has supported include children, families, low-income communities, women girls.

childrenfamilieslow-income communitieswomen girls

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Harry Bass Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The University of Texas at Dallas
PROGRAM
Richardson, TX$20.0M2023
University of Texas Dallas
PROGRAM
Richardson, TX$20.0M2024
Dallas Historical Society
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$7.0M2024
The University of Texas at Austin
PROGRAM
Austin, TX$4.0M2024
Dallas Zoological Society
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$250K2024
Crossroads Community Services
GOS
Dallas, TX$250K2023
Readers 2 Leaders
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$225K2024
Texans on a Mission
GOS
Dallas, TX$200K2024
Center for Integrative C & P
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$200K2023
North Texas Food Bank
PROGRAM
Plano, TX$200K2023
Baylor Health Care System Foundation
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$200K2023
North Texas Food Bank
GOS
Plano, TX$190K2020
American Numismatic Assn
PROGRAM
Colorado Springs, CO$188K2022
Southern Gateway Public Green Foundatio
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$150K2023
Uplift Education
PROGRAM
Dallas, TX$150K2024

Harry Bass Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$1.4M
2022$1.6M
2023$22.8M
2024$33.4M

How to apply for funding from Harry Bass Foundation

Harry Bass Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at hbrf.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Harry Bass Foundation

Does Harry Bass Foundation accept grant applications?
Harry Bass Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Harry Bass Foundation fund?
Harry Bass Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include The University of Texas at Dallas, University of Texas Dallas, Dallas Historical Society. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Harry Bass Foundation give in grants?
Harry Bass Foundation reported $1.4M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $59.2M over 209 grants.
Where is Harry Bass Foundation located?
Harry Bass Foundation is based in Dallas, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 751876307.
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About this profile. This page is built from Harry Bass Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Harry Bass Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.