Craig & Galen Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Craig & Galen Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.9 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $112,500 and the largest $2.6 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.9 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$112,500
- Largest grant$2.6 million
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.0 million the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.2 million | 4 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 2 | $12.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.9 million | 4 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
Craig & Galen Brown 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Craig & Galen Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $2.9 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&m University | Education | $2.6 million |
| Bo's Place | Charitable | $200,000 |
| The Kinkaid School | Education | $25,000 |
| Ross Volunteer Association | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig C Brown
- Cary Gray
- Pam Matthews
- Sue Smith
- Shahrum Iqbal
- Zachry Brown
- Jeff Hopkins
Questions people ask
Does Craig & Galen Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Craig & Galen Brown Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $112,500.
Who runs Craig & Galen Brown Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Craig C Brown (Director), Cary Gray (Director), Pam Matthews (Secretary) and Sue Smith (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Craig & Galen Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.