Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,005 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$64,005
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,000 the year before.
35% 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 | $50,000 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $57,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $64,005 | 17 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Ann Lents and J David Heaney 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 Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $52,005 |
| Colorado | 3 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Methodist Hospital Foundation | General operation | $10,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | General operation | $7,500 |
| Houston Wilderness | General operation | $5,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | General operation | $5,000 |
| St John's School | General operation | $5,000 |
| Telluride Arts | General operation | $5,000 |
| New Hope Housing Inc | General operation | $3,000 |
| The Telluride Foundation | General operation | $3,000 |
| Ut Law School Foundation | General operation | $3,000 |
| Bayou Preservation Association Inc | General operation | $2,500 |
| Houston Public Media | General operation | $2,500 |
| Lone Star Flight Museum | General operation | $2,500 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | General operation | $2,500 |
| Trees for Houston | General operation | $2,500 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General operation | $2,000 |
| Telluride Medical Center Foundation | General operation | $2,000 |
| Houston Parks Board | General operation | $1,005 |
Officers and trustees
- J David Heaney II
- Ann Lents
- Murphy K Lents
Questions people ask
Does Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation give?
$64,005 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J David Heaney II (President), Ann Lents (VP & Treasurer) and Murphy K Lents (VP & Secretary).
What does Ann Lents and J David Heaney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.