Alturas Endowment
Preselected recipients only
Alturas Endowment is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,700 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $138,500. 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$163,700
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$138,500
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $167,665 the year before.
67% 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 | $167,665 | 6 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $163,700 | 3 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Alturas Endowment 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 Alturas Endowment funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $143,700 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alturas Foundation | Unrestricted operating funds - sec 4942(g) requirements met | $138,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | Exhibition support of "deep waters - four artists and the sea." | $20,000 |
| San Antonio Botanical Garden | Evening guest speaker program offered to the general public by the garden | $5,200 |
Officers and trustees
- W Michael Humphreys
- Candace P Humphreys
Questions people ask
Does Alturas Endowment accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alturas Endowment give?
$163,700 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Alturas Endowment?
Its 2024 filing lists W Michael Humphreys (Director) and Candace P Humphreys (Trustee).
What does Alturas Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.