Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation
Accepts applications
Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $14.0 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $8.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$14.0 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$8.1 million
- Assets$304 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13.5 million the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 | $13.5 million | 52 | $295 million |
| 2024 | $14.0 million | 58 | $304 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Charles Williams 1100 Louisiana St Ste 5250, Houston, TX 77002 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 652-6601 |
| What to submit | See guidelines at www.alkek.org |
| Restrictions | Limited to non-profit organizations in the state of Texas |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 53 | $13.7 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $80,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | Medical research, education and patient care | $8.1 million |
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Medical research | $1.0 million |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Construction of the lillie and roy cullen tower | $564,500 |
| Tmi - the Episcopal School of Texas | Momentum campaign | $500,000 |
| Houston Symphony Society | Operational support | $400,000 |
| Amazing Place | Amazing together campaign | $300,000 |
| St Mary's University | Renovations to the albert b. Alkek building | $200,000 |
| Texas State University | Technology and programs for the alkek library | $200,000 |
| Tmi - the Episcopal School of Texas | Alkek scholarships | $190,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Alkek early career investigator fellowships | $150,000 |
| Southwestern University | Scholarships | $125,000 |
| Star of Hope | Operational support | $125,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Houston Inc | Operational support | $125,000 |
| Halo House Foundation | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Mental Health America of Greater Houston | Operational support | $100,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | Operational support | $100,000 |
| The Children's Assessment Center | Operational support | $100,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operational support for houston area program | $100,000 |
| Pro-Vision Inc | Operational support | $75,000 |
| Somebody Cares America Inc | Operational support | $75,000 |
| YMCA of the Greater Houston | Operational support | $75,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Alkek scholars program | $71,000 |
| St Christopher's Episcopal Church | Operational support | $61,200 |
| Bobwhite Brigade DBA Texas Brigades | Operational support | $60,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Bandera County | Operational support | $60,000 |
| Hill Country Youth Ranch | Alumni scholarship program | $60,000 |
| Alliance for Choice in Education | Ace scholarship program for houston area students | $50,000 |
| Annunciation Orthodox School | Light the way campaign | $50,000 |
| Arthur Nagel Community Clinic Inc | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Bakerripley | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center Inc | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation | Stewards of the wild program | $50,000 |
| The Posse Foundation Inc | Operational support for houston area students | $50,000 |
| The Witte Museum | Land stewardship ambassador program | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross - TX Gulf Coast Region | Operational support | $40,000 |
| Texas A&m University - Kingsville | Caesar kleberg wildlife research institute | $40,000 |
| Bandera County Young Life (Young Life) | Operational support for program in bandera, texas | $30,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center & Institute | Operational support | $30,000 |
| Remind | Operational support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Bacak
- Paul Klotman MD
- Scott B Seaman
- Charles A Williams
- Margaret Alkek Williams
- Randa D Williams
Questions people ask
Does Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation give?
$14.0 million in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra Bacak (Assistant Secretary/Controller), Paul Klotman MD (Director), Scott B Seaman (Director/Treasurer/Executive Dir) and Charles A Williams (Director/President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.