Fant Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fant Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.4 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $1.7 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$51.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.7 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 | $1.3 million | 10 | $33.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 10 | $31.9 million |
| 2025 | $3.4 million | 16 | $51.1 million |
How to apply
Fant 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 Fant Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $3.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $332,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Children's Charity | General fund | $1.7 million |
| Upbring | General fund | $370,000 |
| Pef Israel | General fund | $300,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine Foundation | General fund | $250,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | General fund | $200,000 |
| Houston Area Womens Center | General fund | $150,000 |
| The Other Ones Foundation | General fund | $100,000 |
| University of Texas Health Houston | General fund | $100,000 |
| Sam Houston Area Boy Scout Council | General fund | $50,000 |
| Annie Appleseed Project Co Julia Chiapetta | General fund | $35,000 |
| Innovation Africa | General fund | $32,500 |
| Houston Public Media Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| KIPP Texas | General fund | $25,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo | General fund | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Texas Gulf Coast | General fund | $5,000 |
| Memorial Area Assistance Ministries | General fund | $946 |
Officers and trustees
- Jana Fant Co New Process Steel
- Stephen Swan Co New Process Steel
- Richard E Fant Co New Process Steel
Questions people ask
Does Fant Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fant Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Fant Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jana Fant Co New Process Steel (Vice President), Stephen Swan Co New Process Steel (Treasurer/Secretary) and Richard E Fant Co New Process Steel (President).
What does Fant Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.