Castex Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Castex Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $353,900 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $338,400. 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$353,900
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$338,400
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 6 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $353,900 | 3 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
Castex 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 Castex Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $353,900 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Literacy Now | To support the charitable undertaking of the donee | $338,400 |
| Lifehouse of Houston | To support the charitable undertaking of the donee | $10,500 |
| Main Street Ministries | To support the charitable undertaking of the donee | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Stoika
- Ronald E Rinard
- Laura P Holeman
Questions people ask
Does Castex Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Castex Foundation give?
$353,900 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Castex Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Stoika (President), Ronald E Rinard (Vice President) and Laura P Holeman (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Castex Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.