Huston Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Huston Foundation is a private foundation in Glenview, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,150 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$47,150
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$606,447
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was down from $129,200 the year before.
73% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $74,830 | 18 | $594,876 |
| 2024 | $129,200 | 19 | $588,879 |
| 2025 | $47,150 | 12 | $606,447 |
How to apply
Huston Foundation 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 Huston Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $16,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $12,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $8,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Macular Degeneration Research | Medical Research | $10,000 |
| Garner Chapel Cemetary | Assistance to Families | $10,000 |
| Disabled Veterans Nat'l Foundation | Veterans Assistance | $5,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Veterans Assistance | $5,000 |
| Paws Prayers & Promises | Animal Protection & Welfare | $4,000 |
| Rutherford Humane Society | Animal Protection & Welfare | $4,000 |
| Susan G Koman Foundation | Medical Research | $2,000 |
| Parkinson Research Foundation | Medical Research | $2,000 |
| Christ Child Society | Assistance to Families & Children | $2,000 |
| Salem Lutheran Church | Assistance to Families | $2,000 |
| Disabled Veterans Nat'l Foundation | Veteran Assistance | $1,000 |
| K & D Puppies | Animal Protection & Welfare | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Marvin L Huston
- Timothy S Huston
- Lisa L Huston
Questions people ask
Does Huston Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Huston Foundation give?
$47,150 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Huston Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marvin L Huston (President), Timothy S Huston (Secretary) and Lisa L Huston (Treasurer).
What does Huston Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and science and research.