The Houtz Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Houtz Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$35.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 14 | $30.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 15 | $35.0 million |
How to apply
The Houtz Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Houtz Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $1.2 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $75,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dayton Society of Natural History Dayton Museum of | General & Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Foodbank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Dayton History | carousel pavilion | $150,000 |
| Society for the Improvement of Conditions for Stra | Charitable Event | $112,000 |
| Emerge Recovery & Trades Initiative | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Hannahs Treasure Chest | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Servias Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Sophie Kerrigan for the Love of Animals | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| St Paul United Methodist Church | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Tbe | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Therapeutic Riding Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Dayton Diaper Depot | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Clothes That Work | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Houtz
- Nancy Sue Houtz
- Timothy F Houtz
Questions people ask
Does The Houtz Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Houtz Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Houtz Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James C Houtz (Dir, VP), Nancy Sue Houtz (Dir, Sec) and Timothy F Houtz (Dir, Pres).
What does The Houtz Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.