Mary Louise Dobson Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 76-0690889
Foundation Overview
Based in Wharton, TX, Mary Louise Dobson Foundation has awarded 220 grants totaling $8,437,334 to organizations in Texas and District of Columbia. Individual grants range from $160 to $375,000, with a median award of $15,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$8,437,334
Total Assets
$17,187,907
Median Grant (all grants)
$15,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
44
Median Grant
$15,000
% Median Grant Decline
-21%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
March 2026
Foundation Intelligence
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New Applicant Friendliness
Growth-Minded: 64%
28 of 44 recipients (64%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
Texas
100% of all grants are concentrated in Texas, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Texas, funding concentrates in Wharton (58%), Houston (19%), El Campo (11%).
Funding Trajectory
+171%
Strong 171% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
General Purposes + 3 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (60%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Mary Louise Dobson Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club-greater Houston | $349,360 | Houston, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $31,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Boys& Girls Club Of El Campo | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Friends Of Wharton Texas Animal Control | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Assistance | 2024 |
| Firl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,500 | Houston, TX, US | Summer Camp Of 50 Girls | 2024 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $1,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Hurricane Beryl Assistance | 2024 |
| Institute For Civility In Government | $2,000 | Houston, TX, US | Dc Trip For 10 Students | 2024 |
| Billie H Jones Leadership Academy | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Matagorda County Crisis Center | $30,000 | Bay City, TX, US | New Location Construction | 2024 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $71,500 | Richmond, TX, US | Wharton Campus Elevatorqq | 2024 |
| Pioneer Country Store | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Food Hygiene Pantry | 2024 |
| The Plaza Theatre Inc | $1,920 | Wharton, TX, US | Opera To Go Youth Program | 2024 |
| Restoration City Inc | $22,400 | Hungerford, TX, US | Connect Youth Program | 2024 |
| Wharton Co Stray Pet Outreach Team | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Assistance | 2024 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic School | $20,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Upgrade Classroom Technology | 2024 |
| Scholarships For Wharton Ag Students (Swag) | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Ag Students Scholarships | 2024 |
| Wharton County Junior College | $24,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarship Program | 2024 |
| Wharton Chamber Of Commerce | $2,070 | Wharton, TX, US | Banquet Sponsor, Remodel | 2024 |
| Wharton High School | $63,632 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Academy,counselor Position | 2024 |
| Wharton Police Officer Academy | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | 2024 Bue Santa | 2024 |
| Wharton Rotary Charity | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Veterans Memorial Project | 2024 |
| Team Wharton Inc | $30,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Projects In Wharton | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club-greater Houston | $349,360 | Houston, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $31,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Boys& Girls Club Of El Campo | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Friends Of Wharton Texas Animal Control | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Assistance | 2024 |
| Firl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,500 | Houston, TX, US | Summer Camp Of 50 Girls | 2024 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $1,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Hurricane Beryl Assistance | 2024 |
| Institute For Civility In Government | $2,000 | Houston, TX, US | Dc Trip For 10 Students | 2024 |
| Billie H Jones Leadership Academy | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Operations | 2024 |
| Matagorda County Crisis Center | $30,000 | Bay City, TX, US | New Location Construction | 2024 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $71,500 | Richmond, TX, US | Wharton Campus Elevatorqq | 2024 |
| Pioneer Country Store | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Food Hygiene Pantry | 2024 |
| The Plaza Theatre Inc | $1,920 | Wharton, TX, US | Opera To Go Youth Program | 2024 |
| Restoration City Inc | $22,400 | Hungerford, TX, US | Connect Youth Program | 2024 |
| Wharton Co Stray Pet Outreach Team | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Assistance | 2024 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic School | $20,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Upgrade Classroom Technology | 2024 |
| Scholarships For Wharton Ag Students (Swag) | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Ag Students Scholarships | 2024 |
| Wharton County Junior College | $24,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarship Program | 2024 |
| Wharton Chamber Of Commerce | $2,070 | Wharton, TX, US | Banquet Sponsor, Remodel | 2024 |
| Wharton High School | $63,632 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Academy,counselor Position | 2024 |
| Wharton Police Officer Academy | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | 2024 Bue Santa | 2024 |
| Wharton Rotary Charity | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Veterans Memorial Project | 2024 |
| Team Wharton Inc | $30,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Projects In Wharton | 2024 |
| The Arc Of Wharton | $26,028 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boling District Improvement | $30,000 | Boling, TX, US | Capital Improvement | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Ec | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Gh | $308,000 | Houston, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Palacios | $10,000 | El Campo, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys Scouts 326 | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Expense | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto | $6,500 | Houston, TX, US | Summer Camp Program | 2023 |
| Gulf Coast Casa | $22,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Just Do It Now | $30,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Louise Isd | $6,650 | Louise, TX, US | Project Support | 2023 |
| Northside Center In Ec | $20,650 | El Campo, TX, US | Scholarships | 2023 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $20,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Project Support | 2023 |
| Pioneer County Store-wcjc | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| St Philip Apostle Catholic School | $7,500 | El Campo, TX, US | Project Support | 2023 |
| Stop | $22,500 | Freeport, TX, US | Program Expenses | 2023 |
| Swag | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarship Funding | 2023 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $8,958 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Recovery In Jesus Recovery Center | $26,210 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wcjc | $24,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarships | 2023 |
| Wharton Chamber Of Commercece | $500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wharton High School | $32,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Wharton Isd | $50,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Wharton Lions Club | $17,981 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Wharton Citizens Police Academy Alu | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Fumc-small Blessings | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Gh | $60,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Of Bay City & Matagorda County | $30,000 | Bay City, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Caney Creek Conservation Foundation | $17,565 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Matagorda County Birding Nature Conservation | $15,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Stop Inc | $15,000 | Freeport, TX, US | Assist Youth Mental Health Assemblies At Isd Campuses | 2022 |
| St James Missionary Baptist Church | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton County Jr College | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Campus Improvement | 2022 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Support For Community In Schools Counselors | 2022 |
| Wharton Babe Ruth Baseball | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Lion's Club | $3,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Community Event | 2022 |
| Gulf Coast Casa Inc | $18,900 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Scholarships For Wharton Ag | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Faith Christian Academy | $7,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Campus Improvement | 2022 |
| Wharton Chamber Of Commerce | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Youth Soccer Association | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton High School | $16,347 | Wharton, TX, US | Support College & Career Coordinator | 2022 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Houston | $369,089 | Houston, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $12,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Ag Department | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Girl Scout Of San Jacinto Council | $6,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $3,624 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Of Bay City & Matagorda County | $30,000 | Bay City, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Caney Creek Conservation Foundation | $17,565 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Matagorda County Birding Nature Conservation | $15,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Stop Inc | $15,000 | Freeport, TX, US | Assist Youth Mental Health Assemblies At Isd Campuses | 2022 |
| St James Missionary Baptist Church | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton County Jr College | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Campus Improvement | 2022 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Support For Community In Schools Counselors | 2022 |
| Wharton Babe Ruth Baseball | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Lion's Club | $3,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Community Event | 2022 |
| Gulf Coast Casa Inc | $18,900 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Scholarships For Wharton Ag | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Faith Christian Academy | $7,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Campus Improvement | 2022 |
| Wharton Chamber Of Commerce | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Youth Soccer Association | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Wharton High School | $16,347 | Wharton, TX, US | Support College & Career Coordinator | 2022 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Houston | $369,089 | Houston, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $12,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Wharton Ag Department | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Girl Scout Of San Jacinto Council | $6,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $25,000 | Wharton, TX, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $3,624 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $19,500 | El Campo, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Housto | $375,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expense/renovations | 2021 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Girl Scouts Camp | 2021 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $21,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Salary Of Exec Director | 2021 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2021 |
| Matagorda Episcopal Health Outreach | $37,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Purchase Of Equipment | 2021 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $100,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Clinic Conversion | 2021 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic Sch | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Improve Facilities | 2021 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist With Hearing Supplies | 2021 |
| Wharton High School | $16,491 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Scholarships/career Advisor | 2021 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Blue Santa | 2021 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist In Funding The Comm Schools | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $19,500 | El Campo, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Housto | $375,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expense/renovations | 2021 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Girl Scouts Camp | 2021 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $21,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Salary Of Exec Director | 2021 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2021 |
| Matagorda Episcopal Health Outreach | $37,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Purchase Of Equipment | 2021 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $100,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Clinic Conversion | 2021 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic Sch | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Improve Facilities | 2021 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist With Hearing Supplies | 2021 |
| Wharton High School | $16,491 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Scholarships/career Advisor | 2021 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Blue Santa | 2021 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist In Funding The Comm Schools | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $50,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $19,500 | El Campo, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Housto | $375,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expense/renovations | 2021 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Girl Scouts Camp | 2021 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $21,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Salary Of Exec Director | 2021 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2021 |
| Matagorda Episcopal Health Outreach | $37,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Purchase Of Equipment | 2021 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $100,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Clinic Conversion | 2021 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic Sch | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Improve Facilities | 2021 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist With Hearing Supplies | 2021 |
| Wharton High School | $16,491 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Scholarships/career Advisor | 2021 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Blue Santa | 2021 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist In Funding The Comm Schools | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $19,500 | El Campo, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Housto | $375,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expense/renovations | 2021 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Girl Scouts Camp | 2021 |
| Hesed House Of Wharton | $21,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Salary Of Exec Director | 2021 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2021 |
| Matagorda Episcopal Health Outreach | $37,000 | Bay City, TX, US | Purchase Of Equipment | 2021 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $100,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Clinic Conversion | 2021 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic Sch | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Improve Facilities | 2021 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist With Hearing Supplies | 2021 |
| Wharton High School | $16,491 | Wharton, TX, US | Roar Scholarships/career Advisor | 2021 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Blue Santa | 2021 |
| Wharton Isd | $36,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist In Funding The Comm Schools | 2021 |
| American Red Cross | $6,500 | Washington, DC, US | Home Fire Financial Assistance | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Bay City & County | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $15,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Houston | $323,218 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2020 |
| Chamber Sustainable Business Grant | $1,088 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2020 |
| Faith Christian Academy | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Financial Assistance | 2020 |
| Gulf Coast Casa | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Training And Recruitment | 2020 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2020 |
| Matagorda County Crisis Center | $12,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Renovation Expenses | 2020 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $155,000 | Richmond, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2020 |
| St Philip The Apostle Catholic School | $25,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Improve Facilities And Expand Technology | 2020 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist With Hearing Supplies | 2020 |
| Wharton High School | $34,980 | Wharton, TX, US | Financial Assistance | 2020 |
| Wharton Police Officer Association | $10,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Blue Santa | 2020 |
| Other Donation | $160 | Wharton, TX, US | Mldf/wisd | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Bay City | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2019 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of El Campo | $10,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operating Expenses - Summer Program | 2019 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Housto | $300,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2019 |
| First United Methodist Church | $1,750 | Wharton, TX, US | Hesed House | 2019 |
| Girl Scounts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Boys & Girls Club Part. At Camp | 2019 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Operational Expenses | 2019 |
| Oakbend Medical Center | $75,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operations Of Wharton Campus | 2019 |
| Wharton County Liabrary | $3,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Literacy Station | 2019 |
| Wharton High School | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Funding A Career Advisor | 2019 |
| Team Wharton Inc | $14,125 | Wharton, TX, US | Operational Exp/scholarships | 2019 |
| Boys Girls Club | $330,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2018 |
| Boys Girls Club Of Bay City | $8,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2018 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $8,392 | Houston, TX, US | Assist Restoration Of Gym & Equipment | 2018 |
| Boys Girls Club Of El Campo | $10,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2018 |
| Matagorda County Crisis Center | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Children Advocacy Position | 2018 |
| Oak Bend Medical | $100,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Of Wharton Campus | 2018 |
| Wharton High School | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Funding Career Counselor | 2018 |
| Boy Scouts Of America Troop 326 | $2,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Chuck Boxes, Utensils, Trailer Repair | 2018 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Boys And Girls Club Participation At Camp. | 2018 |
| Urban Land Institute | $4,000 | Houston, TX, US | Wharton West End Corridor Report | 2018 |
| Boys Girls Club | $179,534 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2017 |
| Boys Girls Club Of Bay City | $7,500 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2017 |
| Just Do It Now Inc | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Assist Restoration Of Library & Equipment | 2017 |
| Boys Girls Club Of El Campo | $10,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2017 |
| Faith Christian Academy | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist With Equipment For Pe Program | 2017 |
| Matagorda County Crisis Center | $9,000 | Houston, TX, US | Children Advocacy Position | 2017 |
| Plaza Theatre | $1,700 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist "opera To Go" Program | 2017 |
| Wharton County Library | $5,502 | Wharton, TX, US | Installment Of New Computer Software In Library | 2017 |
| Oak Bend Medical | $100,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operation Of Wharton Campus | 2017 |
| Wharton High School | $15,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist Funding Career Counselor | 2017 |
| Boys Girls Club | $210,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2016 |
| Boy Scouts Of America Troop 626 | $4,620 | Wharton, TX, US | Summer Camping Trip | 2016 |
| Girl Scouts Of San Jacinto Council | $8,000 | Houston, TX, US | Activity Classroom & Participation At Camp | 2016 |
| Boys Girls Club Of El Campo | $7,000 | El Campo, TX, US | Operating Expenses | 2016 |
| Faith Christian Academy | $5,000 | Wharton, TX, US | After School Program | 2016 |
| Institute For Civility In Governmen | $3,850 | Houston, TX, US | Washington Trip For Students | 2016 |
| Plaza Theatre | $1,687 | Wharton, TX, US | Assist "opera To Go" Program | 2016 |
| Sivells Elementary School | $10,534 | Wharton, TX, US | Tables & Supplies For Pre K & First Grade | 2016 |
| Wharton County Library | $4,000 | Wharton, TX, US | Computers | 2016 |
| Wharton High School | $17,189 | Wharton, TX, US | Dual Credit Scholarships | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Mary Louise Dobson Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 76-0690889 |
| Website | http://marylouisedobsonfoundation.org |
| Address | PO BOX 588 Wharton, TX 77488-0588 |
Key People (9)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Mary Louise Dobson Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Exec Dir | Abby King |
|---|---|
| President | Jimmy Schulz |
| Treas Dr | Don Hillis |
| Director | Ron Sanders |
| Sec Dir | Sarah Armour |
Forms 990-PF
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