Insights & Impact
A closer look at the ideas, partnerships, and results driving meaningful change across Greater Dallas, and how strategic philanthropy advances opportunity across our community.
Ask an Expert
Ask an Expert: What Trade-Offs Should Donors Understand When Choosing Between Spending Down Capital and Investing for Perpetuity?
Every philanthropic decision includes a question of timing. Should charitable resources be used more aggressively to…
Ask an Expert: How Can Next-Gen Donors Move From Reactive Giving to Informed, Place-Based Investment in Dallas?
Giving often starts with what is right in front of us. A friend shares a cause,…
Ask an Expert: What Can a Community Foundation Offer Beyond Fund Administration to Help Families Learn, Plan, and Give?
Managing contributions, processing grants, and maintaining charitable records are important parts of operating a fund. But…
Community Matters
Community Matters: Place-Based Solutions for Children & Adults in Need
An inside look at the impactful solutions advancing care and opportunity across Dallas communities. Leaders and…
Community Matters: Southwestern Medical District Transformation Project
An inside look at the bold vision shaping the future of the Southwestern Medical District. Leaders…
Community Matters: Early Childhood Development 2.0
The Dallas Foundation was thrilled to host fundholders and community partners for an engaging discussion with…
Fundholder Spotlight
Fundholder Spotlight: Reis-Bisor Foundation
Education has shaped the lives of Bobby Bisor and Jim Reis for decades. Each benefited from…
Donor Spotlight: Deb and Eric Suder
The Suder Foundation began in 2008 with a mission to transform higher education. Founders Deborah and…
Donor Spotlight: Kay Winzenried
The Center for BrainHealth® had been an interest of Kay Winzenried for several years. She attended…
General
Building a Legacy of Giving Together
Giving as a family can be one of life’s most rewarding experiences. It creates opportunities to…
How to Donate Privately Held Business Interests: A Strategic Guide for Dallas Entrepreneurs
For many business owners in Greater Dallas, the majority of personal wealth is not held in…
Qualified Charitable Distributions: A Tax-Efficient Way to Give Through Your IRA
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe meaningful giving is about more than a transaction. It is…
In the Media
International Day of Charity Interview | WFAA
Jessica Shepard Watts, Chief Partnerships Officer, joined WFAA for an insightful conversation on International Day of…
2025 Annual Impact Report
The Dallas Foundation’s 2025 Annual Impact Report reflects a year of meaningful progress made possible through…
Join the Kerr County Flood Relief Effort
Our hearts are with Kerr County following the devastating July 4th flood. The Community Foundation of…
Partners for Progress
Partners for Progress: North Texas Food Bank
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe everyone deserves reliable access to nutritious food. Food security is…
Partners for Progress: The Senior Source
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe a strong community is one where every individual can age…
Partners for Progress: KERA
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe strong communities are built not only through direct services, but…
Perspectives
Partners for Progress: North Texas Food Bank
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe everyone deserves reliable access to nutritious food. Food security is…
Partners for Progress: The Senior Source
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe a strong community is one where every individual can age…
Partners for Progress: KERA
At The Dallas Foundation, we believe strong communities are built not only through direct services, but…
Publications
2025 Annual Impact Report
The Dallas Foundation’s 2025 Annual Impact Report reflects a year of meaningful progress made possible through…
2024 Giving Guide
The Dallas Foundation’s 2024 Giving Guide highlights current grantees and nonprofit organizations that align with our…
Leader – Summer 2024
Read our latest issue of Leader to learn about three Dallas Foundation investments igniting additional and…