Dan L Duncan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dan L Duncan Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $39.5 million in 79 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $19.8 million. 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$39.5 million
- Number of grants79
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$19.8 million
- Assets$879 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $40.5 million the year before.
38% 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 | $40.5 million | 65 | $828 million |
| 2024 | $39.5 million | 79 | $879 million |
How to apply
Dan L Duncan 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 Dan L Duncan Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 79 | $39.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Education and support of the houston community | $19.8 million |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Education and historical preservation | $2.4 million |
| Houston Zoo Inc | Animal and wildlife habitat conservation | $1.5 million |
| Diamond Bar Conservation | Animal and wildlife habitat conservation | $1.5 million |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Medical programs | $1.5 million |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | Educational services | $1.3 million |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Medical programs | $1.1 million |
| River Oaks Baptist School | Educational services | $1.0 million |
| University of Houston | Educational services | $1.0 million |
| Episcopal High School | Educational services | $714,286 |
| Chambers County Children's Museum | Educational services | $600,000 |
| Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council | Educational services | $505,000 |
| Galveston Bay Foundation | Environment services | $500,000 |
| Panola College | Educational services | $500,000 |
| Yes Prep Public Schools | Educational services | $458,000 |
| Kids' Meals | Social services | $430,000 |
| William Marsh Rice University | Educational services | $425,000 |
| Ascension Seton Foundation | Medical programs | $400,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Social services | $400,000 |
| Remember the Alamo Foundation | Education and historical preservation | $400,000 |
| The Witte Museum | Education and historical preservation | $255,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Educational services | $240,130 |
| Careerspring | Social services | $200,000 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | Social services | $200,000 |
| Southwestern University | Educational services | $200,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Educational services | $200,000 |
| Galveston Historical Foundation | Education and historical preservation | $175,000 |
| Undies for Everyone | Social services | $150,000 |
| Houston Hospice | Medical programs | $125,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Medical programs | $125,000 |
| Recipe for Success Foundation | Social services | $118,000 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | Social services | $100,000 |
| Worktexas Training Center | Educational services | $100,000 |
| Yellowstone Schools | Educational services | $100,000 |
| Bastrop County Esd No 1 | Equipment | $95,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston | Educational services | $80,000 |
| City of Smithville | Social services | $60,000 |
| Wonderworks Houston | Educational services | $60,000 |
| The Bryan Museum | Education and historical preservation | $58,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | Performing arts and arts education | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randa Duncan Williams
- Richard H Bachmann
- Dannine Gale Duncan
- Milane Duncan Frantz
- Scott D Duncan
- W Randall Fowler
- Gregg Hammer
- Laura Liang
Questions people ask
Does Dan L Duncan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dan L Duncan Foundation give?
$39.5 million in tax year 2024, across 79 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Dan L Duncan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randa Duncan Williams (Chair/Pres/Dir), Richard H Bachmann (Vice Chairman/Dir), Dannine Gale Duncan (Vice Pres/Dir) and Milane Duncan Frantz (Vice Pres/Dir) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Dan L Duncan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and environment and conservation.