The Dan and Farris Wilks Foundation is a private family philanthropic organization established by Texas-based billionaire brothers Dan and Farris Wilks, who amassed their fortune through the oil and gas industry, particularly fracking, after selling their company Frac Tech to Halliburton in 2012 for approximately $3.4 billion. The foundation focuses on advancing conservative Christian values, supporting biblical education, faith-based initiatives, and media outlets that align with evangelical and conservative ideologies. It has donated hundreds of millions to causes including Christian universities, missionary work, anti-abortion organizations, and conservative think tanks, reflecting the brothers' deep commitment to their Baptist faith and opposition to progressive social policies. Key recipients of the foundation's grants include the American Family Association, Focus on the Family, and educational institutions like Liberty University and the Master's University, where the Wilks brothers have served on boards or provided significant funding for campus expansions. The foundation has also supported media ventures such as PragerU and The Daily Wire, promoting content that critiques secularism, supports traditional family structures, and advocates for free-market principles. While the foundation operates discreetly, its influence extends to shaping conservative discourse through strategic philanthropy, with total giving exceeding $200 million in recent years according to tax filings and reports from outlets like The New York Times and Chronicle of Philanthropy. The Wilks brothers' philanthropy through the foundation has drawn attention for its alignment with the Christian right, including funding for organizations involved in culture war issues like religious liberty and opposition to LGBTQ+ rights. Critics have accused the foundation of using its resources to promote a theocratic agenda, though it maintains tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) and emphasizes charitable and educational purposes. The brothers' personal involvement underscores their motivation to 'advance the Kingdom of God' as stated in public interviews.