CFP Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CFP Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 59 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$94.5 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.0 million the year before.
9% 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 | $4.0 million | 54 | $83.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 59 | $94.5 million |
How to apply
CFP 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 CFP Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 57 | $3.3 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John's School | General Support | $500,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General Support | $400,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin - Texas Challenge | General Support | $200,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General Support | $127,040 |
| University of Texas at Austin - The Blanton Museum of Art | General Support | $125,000 |
| Ex Students Association of the University of Texas | General Support | $117,000 |
| FuelEd Schools Inc | General Support | $100,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General Support | $100,000 |
| The Methodist Hospital Foundation dba Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | General Support | $100,000 |
| University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center | General Support | $100,000 |
| Uplift Education | General Support | $95,000 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | General Support | $75,000 |
| YES Prep Public Schools Inc | General Support | $75,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General Support | $70,000 |
| Houston Hospice | General Support | $65,000 |
| Chinquapin Preparatory School | General Support | $60,000 |
| Yellowstone Academy Inc | General Support | $60,000 |
| Breakthrough Houston | General Support | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston | General Support | $50,000 |
| EMERGE Fellowship | General Support | $50,000 |
| KIPP Texas Inc - Houston | General Support | $50,000 |
| Camp for All Foundation | General Support | $45,000 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | General Support | $30,000 |
| Casa De Esperanza De Los Ninos Incorporated | General Support | $30,000 |
| Dress for Success Houston | General Support | $30,000 |
| Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | General Support | $30,000 |
| Salesmanship Club of Dallas | General Support | $30,000 |
| Teach for America Inc - Houston | General Support | $30,000 |
| Children's Museum Inc dba The Children's Museum of Houston | General Support | $25,000 |
| Genesys Works | General Support | $25,000 |
| George W Bush Foundation | General Support | $25,000 |
| Monarch School Inc (The) | General Support | $25,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General Support | $25,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | General Support | $25,000 |
| St John's School | General Support | $25,000 |
| St Phillip's School and Community Center | General Support | $25,000 |
| Teach for America Inc - DFW | General Support | $25,000 |
| West Dallas Community School | General Support | $25,000 |
| Bo's Place | General Support | $20,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center Inc | General Support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary T Crum
- Sylvie P Crum
- Clayton M Harkness
Questions people ask
Does CFP Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CFP Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs CFP Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary T Crum (President/Treasurer), Sylvie P Crum (Executive VP) and Clayton M Harkness (Co-Executive Director).
What does CFP Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.