Houston Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Houston Family Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,494 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,150. 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$65,494
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,150
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15,600 the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 | $15,600 | 6 | $711,094 |
| 2024 | $65,494 | 11 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Houston Family 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 Houston Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $50,894 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $800 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Methodist Church | General charitable purpose | $30,150 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | General charitable purpose | $16,666 |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Coulson Tough School PTO | General charitable purpose | $4,078 |
| Washington University | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General charitable purpose | $800 |
| Amherst Fire District | General charitable purpose | $500 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General charitable purpose | $500 |
| Have A Heart Animal Rescue | General charitable purpose | $200 |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Church | General charitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis Houston
- Cathia Brueggeman
- Christopher Houston
- Nicholas Houston
Questions people ask
Does Houston Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Houston Family Foundation give?
$65,494 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Houston Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dennis Houston (Trustee), Cathia Brueggeman (Trustee), Christopher Houston (Trustee) and Nicholas Houston (Trustee).
What does Houston Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.