Houston Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Houston Family Foundation is a private foundation in Armonk, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $565,102 in 100 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$565,102
- Number of grants100
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $515,000 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $485,000 | 74 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $515,000 | 90 | $10.4 million |
| 2025 | $565,102 | 100 | $11.3 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 20 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 15 | $149,000 |
| New York | 22 | $116,285 |
| California | 13 | $71,500 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $36,000 |
| Colorado | 13 | $29,500 |
| North Carolina | 7 | $25,102 |
| Iowa | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $12,215 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Way House | Middle way matching challenge campaign | $50,000 |
| Gaia Global Health | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Hoosier Hills Food Bank | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Holmes Presbyterian Conference Assoc Inc | Renovation project - stock transfer | $27,569 |
| Bridges to Community | Infrastructure, training, microloans | $25,000 |
| Community Foodbank of NJ | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Peace for DC | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Neighbors Link Corporation | General purpose - stock transfer | $24,506 |
| Community Foundation of Bloomington & Monroe Counties | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Episcopal Relief and Development | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Bedford Presbyterian Church | Bpc giving garden fencing | $15,000 |
| Bucknell University | Endowed scholarship fund | $12,215 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County | Women's build 2026 | $10,000 |
| Mpac Performing Arts Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Mt Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry (The Pantry) | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Save the Redwoods League | Montgomery woods initiative projects | $10,000 |
| Spencer Pride | Sustainer's fund, rehabilitation work | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region | Christ church build 2026 - stock transfer | $9,917 |
| Gaia Global Health | General purpose - memorial stock gift | $9,468 |
| Downtown Morris Plains | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Maroon and White Music Boosters | Multi-year plan $2,500 / yr. For 3 years | $7,500 |
| Galilee Ministries of East Charolotte | General purpose | $5,102 |
| American Indian College Fund | Endowment rete carie scholarship | $5,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Eligible rete carie scholars '27 | $5,000 |
| Area 10 Council on Aging | Food program for housebound seniors | $5,000 |
| Beacon Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Beacon Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Beacon Inc | Capital campaign new beacon ctr. Lost | $5,000 |
| Children's Aid and Family Services | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Christ Church of Short Hills | Music program | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Dartmouth fund - financial aid | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | Hollins fund | $5,000 |
| Hollins University | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Redwoods Park Conservancy | Ca condor reintroduction | $5,000 |
| The Pingry School | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Wheaton College | General purpose | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Charlotte Country Day School | Financial aid - stock transfer | $4,824 |
| Christ Episcopal Church Charlotte | Transforming hearts campaign - stock transfer | $4,824 |
| Noyo Food Forest | General purpose | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne H Bentzen - Co Houston Family
- Andrew G Houston - Co Houston
- James Houston - Co Houston
- Cynthia A Houston - Co Houston
- Jane Houston - Co Houston
- Brad Bentzen - Co 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?
$565,102 in tax year 2025, across 100 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Houston Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne H Bentzen - Co Houston Family (President, Treasurer), Andrew G Houston - Co Houston (Vice President Through 12/28/25), James Houston - Co Houston (Vice President From 12/18/25) and Cynthia A Houston - Co Houston (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Houston Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and education.