Bold Foundation Incorporated
Bold Foundation Inc. is a private non-operating foundation based in Dallas, TX (EIN 26-1420636) that files Form 990-PF; officers include David Lancashire. Recent filings show grantmaking to local organizations (e.g., Crystal Charity Ball, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League) and year-end assets around $120k. The foundation listed http://www.boldfoundation.org as its website on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-medium Dallas-area nonprofit (often arts, education, or community service) with local visibility or ties to Dallas philanthropic networks, seeking general support in the grant-size range shown.
Good Fit
- • Based in Dallas or otherwise clearly serving Dallas/nearby Texas communities.
- • Mission aligns with arts, community service, education, or local booster/charitable events.
- • Has existing relationships or visibility with local funders, events, or intermediaries.
- • Requests are modest and for general operating or event-related support.
Geography
Observed giving in the latest year was entirely to Texas organizations, with all 2023 grants concentrated in the foundation's home state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows five distinct recipients (with three repeat grantees from the prior year and two new recipients), indicating a modestly diverse local portfolio despite dollar concentration in one large grant.
New Applicants
The foundation explicitly operates on a preselected/invitation-only basis, and while two new organizations appeared among five grantees in 2023, the visible process does not support unsolicited applications and likely favors relationship-driven selection.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
