Bixby Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bixby Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $110,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $100,000 | 6 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Bixby 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 Bixby Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $100,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Community Service Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $24,000 |
| Houston Coalition for Life | Unrestricted charitable grant | $24,000 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $24,000 |
| Lone Star Flight Musuem | Unrestricted charitable grant | $16,000 |
| St Theresa Catholic Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $11,000 |
| Purdue Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The Battleship Texas Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann E Bixby
- Robert E Bixby
- Elizabeth A Worden Bixby
- David R Bixby
- Geoffrey A Bixby
Questions people ask
Does Bixby Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bixby Family Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Bixby Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann E Bixby (President/Secretary), Robert E Bixby (Vice President), Elizabeth A Worden Bixby (Vice President) and David R Bixby (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bixby Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.