The Council for Life
Dallas, Texas · EIN 050532415 · Private foundation
Based in Dallas, Texas, The Council for Life has awarded $6.8M across 163 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Trans to Designated Reserves. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Council for Life funds
The Council for Life's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based (christian), health care.
Populations it has supported include families, foster youth.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trans to Designated Reserves Speaker/Event & Contractor | Dallas, TX | $175K | 2018 |
| Watermark Health GENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $155K | 2024 |
| Mid Cities Womens Center GEO-TARGETING | Euless, TX | $102K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Council for Life
The Council for Life's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at councilforlife.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Council for Life
- Does The Council for Life accept grant applications?
- The Council for Life's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Council for Life fund?
- The Council for Life's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Trans to Designated Reserves, Watermark Health, Mid Cities Womens Center. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Council for Life give in grants?
- The Council for Life's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $2.2M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.8M over 163 grants.
- Where is The Council for Life located?
- The Council for Life is based in Dallas, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 050532415.
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