Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $352,740 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $88,185 and the largest $88,185. 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$352,740
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$88,185
- Largest grant$88,185
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $326,540 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $362,732 | 4 | $7.0 million |
| 2023 | $313,200 | 4 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $326,540 | 4 | $7.7 million |
| 2025 | $352,740 | 4 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
Walter P & Ada Henderson 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $352,740 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Masonic Children and Family Services of | General | $88,185 |
| Envision Dallas | General | $88,185 |
| Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc | General | $88,185 |
| Buckner Baptist Benevolence FD | General | $88,185 |
Officers and trustees
- Jpmorgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation give?
$352,740 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $88,185.
Who runs Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jpmorgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).