Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,073 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,286 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,073
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,286
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $101,103 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 | $101,103 | 16 | $22,192 |
| 2024 | $85,073 | 14 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Carl & Phyllis Detering 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 Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $85,073 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kincaid School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Houston | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Junior League of Houston | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts - Houston | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Int'l Stockman's Educational Founda | Charitable | $2,500 |
| River Oaks Garden Club | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Orange Show Center Visionary Art | Charitable | $2,073 |
| Bayou Bend Collections & Gardens | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Elisabet Ney Museum | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mercury Chamber Orchestra | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Heritage Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Waller County Fair Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Focusing Families | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl A Detering Jr
- William C Detering
Questions people ask
Does Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation give?
$85,073 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,286.
Who runs Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carl A Detering Jr (President) and William C Detering (Vp/Sec).
What does Carl & Phyllis Detering Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.