Alternative House Inc
Preselected recipients only
Alternative House Inc is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $162,400 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $20,000. 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$162,400
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$458,100
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $178,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $178,000 | 24 | $544,722 |
| 2024 | $162,400 | 20 | $458,100 |
How to apply
Alternative House Inc 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 Alternative House Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $142,400 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| El Pasoans Fighting Hunger | Assistance to combathunger | $20,000 |
| Books are Gems | Providing free booksto children toincrease literacy | $10,000 |
| El Paso Bridges Academy | Assistance for childrenwith learning disabilitiesand special needs | $10,000 |
| Cat Rescue Corp | Supporting the wellbeingof homeless cats includingTrap-Neuter-Return, fostering & rescuing | $10,000 |
| Centro San Vicente | Providing evidence-based, high-quality healthcare to those in need | $10,000 |
| El Paso Museum of History Foundation | Mobilize resources for acquisition,conservatism, & educationthat help the El Paso Museum of History | $10,000 |
| New Mexico Library Foundation | Providing grants tolibraries to build andmaintain their collections | $10,000 |
| Pawsitive Rescuers | Rescue, spay/neuter,vaccinate, rehabilitate,foster and adopt animals | $10,000 |
| Project Regeneracion | Restore historic homesempower residents, and celebratecultural traditions | $10,000 |
| Second Chance Wildlife Rescue | Wildlife rescueand rehabilitation | $10,000 |
| Hunt County Kids Inc | Help meet the needs of underpriviledgedchildren in Hunt County, TX | $7,500 |
| Rio Grande Trails and Tales | Take people of all ages on field trips to learnmore about the rich history, technology, and culturesand traditions of El Paso & NM Southwest | $7,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of El Paso | Assitance for no-kill shelter | $5,400 |
| Borderland Arts Foundation | Arts, culture& humanities | $5,000 |
| Center Against Sexual & Family Violence | Empowering survivorsto live lives freefrom abuse | $5,000 |
| Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center | Assistance for low-income immigrants needing legal services | $5,000 |
| Luna's Foster's Rescue | Assistance for small breed rescue in El Paso, TX | $5,000 |
| The Frontera Land Alliance | Protect and preserveopen spaces in theChihuahuan desert | $5,000 |
| The Links Foundation | Award college scholarships,provide enriching support to families at the YWCA, promote S.T.E.A.M. youth initiatives | $5,000 |
| Jennifer Ann's Group | Preventing teen datingviolence throug awareness,education, and advocacy | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Yee Chew
- Randall Smith
- Marcia Smith
Questions people ask
Does Alternative House Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alternative House Inc give?
$162,400 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Alternative House Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Yee Chew (Board President), Randall Smith (Treasurer) and Marcia Smith (Vice President).
What does Alternative House Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and animals.