Appelt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Appelt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $745,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$745,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $675,300 the year before.
29% 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 | $206,050 | 9 | $14.6 million |
| 2024 | $675,300 | 19 | $14.9 million |
| 2025 | $745,000 | 21 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
Appelt 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 Appelt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $490,000 |
| Colorado | 6 | $200,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp For All | General Support | $100,000 |
| Colorado Springs Therapeutic Riding Center | General Support | $100,000 |
| Scotty's House Brazos Valley | General Support | $100,000 |
| Tiny Hope Village | General Support | $35,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | General Support | $35,000 |
| Adam's Angels Ministry | General Support | $30,000 |
| Arts for Rural Texas | General Support | $30,000 |
| Avondale House | General Support | $30,000 |
| Patriot Legacy Fund | General Support | $30,000 |
| Round Top Family Library | General Support | $30,000 |
| Sweet Oak Collaborative | General Support | $30,000 |
| Easter Seals New Hampshire | General Support | $25,000 |
| Robert Conte Foundation for Parkinson's | General Support | $25,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Inc | General Support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Chamber Music | General Support | $20,000 |
| Houston Haven | General Support | $20,000 |
| Paws for Heros | General Support | $20,000 |
| Texas Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod | General Support | $20,000 |
| Far View Horse Rescue | General Support | $15,000 |
| Northern Colorado Wildlife Center | General Support | $15,000 |
| Lake George Community Drive | General Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie S Tysor
- Gary L Appelt
- Kenneth L Appelt
- Amy Appelt Wallingford
- Carrie Appelt Richardson
Questions people ask
Does Appelt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Appelt Family Foundation give?
$745,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Appelt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie S Tysor (President, Director), Gary L Appelt (VP, Director), Kenneth L Appelt (Director) and Amy Appelt Wallingford (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Appelt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.