Change starts with action. Watch as foundation president, Barbara McColm, introduces the Episcopal Foundation of Dallas, its purpose, and goals.
Who We Are
Invested in Faith. Dedicated to Impact.
Established in 1950, the Episcopal Foundation of Dallas helps churches, schools, ministries and nonprofit organizations build stronger futures through disciplined investment management and purposeful grantmaking.
We bring financial expertise, local knowledge and a deep commitment to the Episcopal community to every partnership. Together, we help preserve resources, expand ministry and create lasting impact across North Texas.
Mission
The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas exists to strengthen and support faith communities by partnering wise investments with purposeful giving.
Vision
The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas aspires to free our ministries – grow wealth through wise investments, lift financial burdens of those who serve, and maximize the impact of our shared missions.
Values
- We support ministries of social engagement of the Gospel
- We practice disciplined investing
- We are motivated by Christian faith
- We are led by committed laity and clergy
Services
How We Serve
The Foundation offers investment services and financial support to the Episcopal community through three core areas of service.
Grants
We provide annual funding to Episcopal organizations and qualifying nonprofits whose work strengthens communities and addresses critical needs across North Texas.
Investment Management
We offer disciplined, long-term investment management designed to preserve and grow the financial assets of Episcopal churches, schools and ministries.
Endowments & Giving
We help churches and donors create lasting legacies through endowment guidance, planned giving resources and charitable fund options.
Our Leadership
Structure & Governance
The Foundation operates as an independent Texas nonprofit corporation and is recognized as a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
Our work is overseen by a Board of Trustees comprising local leaders with deep expertise in finance, law, accounting, private equity, philanthropy, and marketing. The Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas serves as an ex-officio member of the Board, ensuring our financial strategies remain closely aligned with the pastoral and missional goals of the Diocese.
