The George W Bush Foundation
66% goes to programs $13 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
The George W Bush Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Dallas, Texas, registered in 2006, with $55,960,197 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B+, and it directs about 66% of spending to programs.
2943 Smu Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75205 EIN 20-4119317 Since 2006
Revenue (FY2024)
$56.0M
▲ 15.4% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$36.9M
Net assets
$708.0M
Employees
128
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B+
BProgram efficiency40% of the rating66% to programs · $13 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For The George W Bush Foundation: 66% to programs · $13 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating230 mo reserves · +34% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For The George W Bush Foundation: 230 mo reserves · +34% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For The George W Bush Foundation: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For The George W Bush Foundation: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
See schedule o for mission statement.
What they do
The george w. bush presidential museum promotes a greater understanding of the american presidency and examines the consequential times during which president and mrs. bush served. the museum offers a moving exhibit on september 11, 2001, a replica oval office, and an interactive experience in presidential decision-making. the museum is also host to a variety of special exhibitions that delve deeply into unique topics and provide insights that only a presidential center can offer. housed within the george w. bush presidential center, the george w. bush presidential museum is a nonpartisan civic institution showcasing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion.since opening, 2 million people have visited the museum, including one temporary exhibit in 2023: "freedom matters," which highlights the importance of freedom in building peaceful societies, how the work of freedom advocates has changed the lives of millions, and what we all can learn from the study of history.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $39.3M (FY2013) to $56.0M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $3.3MNet assets $708.0M
Operating margin
34.1%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$711.3M
Total liabilities
$3.3M
Net assets
$708.0M
Salaries & benefits
$16.2M
44% of expenses
Board members
25
24 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55,960,197▲15.4% | $36,902,028▲3.4% | $707,996,333▲11.8% | $711,309,527▲11.7% | 990 |
| 2023 | $48,500,935▲19.0% | $35,686,260▲7.8% | $633,103,251▲8.8% | $636,520,743▲8.8% | 990 |
| 2022 | $40,764,912▲8.3% | $33,090,924▲10.1% | $581,954,540▼7.1% | $584,997,476▼7.0% | 990 |
| 2021 | $37,657,859▼42.8% | $30,053,563▼11.0% | $626,713,479▲12.8% | $628,846,419▲12.8% | 990 |
| 2020 | $65,840,780▲2.3% | $33,781,527▼17.3% | $555,435,886▲12.4% | $557,674,730▲12.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $64,354,811▼22.7% | $40,823,912▼10.0% | $494,015,302▲10.4% | $496,789,257▲10.3% | 990 |
| 2018 | $83,255,591▲23.2% | $45,340,466▲10.2% | $447,469,565▲7.4% | $450,358,522▲7.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $67,565,231▲131% | $41,127,663▼1.2% | $416,560,858▲9.5% | $419,800,299▲9.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $29,210,671▼22.7% | $41,636,872▼16.5% | $380,342,207▼2.2% | $382,713,554▼2.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $37,803,472▼43.4% | $49,888,312▲0.5% | $388,865,775▼3.4% | $393,394,123▼3.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $66,833,696▲69.9% | $49,659,987▼17.8% | $402,355,143▲4.5% | $407,235,746▲4.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $39,344,426 | $60,382,397▲48.6% | $384,999,645▼5.2% | $390,729,934▼7.7% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $40,640,115▲35.3% | $406,166,812▲13.3% | $423,540,118▲11.8% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $30,036,564▲39.7% | $358,575,904▲15.0% | $378,954,446▲19.7% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $21,497,044 | $311,740,740 | $316,521,565 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Kenneth A Hersh — $639,000 (1.73% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth A Hersh | President & Ceo/director | 40 | $639,000 |
| David Kramer Vp Executive | Director - George Bush Institute | 40 | $363,322 |
| Brian S Cossiboom | Vp Finance & Operations/treasurer | 40 | $363,010 |
| Igor Khrestin | Md of Global Policy | 40 | $289,397 |
| Kristin N King | Coo - George Bush Institute | 40 | $287,005 |
| Anne Elizabeth Wicks | Md, Opportunity & Democracy | 40 | $272,156 |
| Kerr H Guy | Secretary/general Counsel | 40 | $262,993 |
| Rachel Evans Mabry | Vice President, Development | 40 | $236,324 |
| Teresa Schuman Lenling Dir | George Bush Presidential Museum | 40 | $226,729 |
| Jonathan David Tepperman | Editor-in-chief and Senior Fellow | 40 | $219,129 |
| James Howard Cullum Clark | Director, Bush Institute-smu Economic Growth Initi | 40 | $200,549 |
| Antonio Garza | Director | 3 | — |
| Bill Hickey | Vice Chair/director | 3 | — |
| Caren Prothro | Director | 3 | — |
| David B Miller | Director | 3 | — |
| Dina Powell Mccormick | Director | 3 | — |
| Donald L Evans | Chairman/director | 5 | — |
| Dylan C Glenn | Director | 3 | — |
| Harlan Crow | Director | 3 | — |
| Henry C Hager | Director | 3 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Kroeschell Svcs Inc | Facilities and Repairs | $1,901,670 |
| Culinaire Interational | Program & Event Svcs. | $701,379 |
| Southern Botanical | Landscaping Svcs. | $408,710 |
| Brigade LLC | Program & Event Svcs. | $404,587 |
| Bill Hillary & Chelsea Clinton Fdn | Program & Event Svcs. | $385,087 |
Grants received · $38.8M total
263 grants to The George W Bush Foundation totaling $38.8M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communities Foundation of Texas | This grant is designated for general support. | 2024 | $162,554 |
| The Dallas Foundation | General support | 2024 | $90,000 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $60,002 |
| Pew Charitable Trusts | Sponsorship | 2024 | $50,000 |
| Christian Community Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $50,000 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Arts and culture | 2024 | $35,600 |
| American Property Casualty Insurance Association | General support | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund | To further the organization's exempt purpose | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation Inc | See part iv,type c | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | This award is designated for supporting the george bush presidential center | 2024 | $20,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | General operating support | 2024 | $15,400 |
| Donors Trust Inc | For general operations | 2024 | $10,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Museums | 2024 | $6,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $407,800 |
Grants made · $1.0M in FY2024
2 grants totaling $1.0M in FY2024. All grants made by The George W Bush Foundation →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Library book grants | $1,002,125 |
| Southern Methodist University | Scholarships | $8,595 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The George W Bush Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. The George W Bush Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 20-4119317, based in Dallas, Texas. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is The George W Bush Foundation's EIN?
- The George W Bush Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 20-4119317.
- How much revenue does The George W Bush Foundation report?
- The George W Bush Foundation reported $55,960,197 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of The George W Bush Foundation's spending goes to programs?
- The George W Bush Foundation spends about 66% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does The George W Bush Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades The George W Bush Foundation B+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does The George W Bush Foundation's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on The George W Bush Foundation's latest Form 990 is $639,000, paid to Kenneth A Hersh (President & Ceo/director).
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Data for The George W Bush Foundation (EIN 20-4119317) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.