Beirne Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Beirne Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $45,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$45,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$114,919
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2023 was up from $15,000 the year before.
33% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $15,000 | 2 | $126,669 |
| 2023 | $45,000 | 4 | $114,919 |
How to apply
Beirne 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| The Junior League of Houston Inc | General | $5,000 |
| The Rose Foundation | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin D Beirne
- Kathleen H Beirne
- Shannon B Wiesedeppe
- Martin D Beirne III
- Kelley K Beirne
Questions people ask
Does Beirne Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beirne Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Beirne Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Martin D Beirne (President), Kathleen H Beirne (Vice President), Shannon B Wiesedeppe (Secretary) and Martin D Beirne III (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.