Gordon A Cain Foundation
Accepts applications
Gordon A Cain Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.8 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$73.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
29% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.3 million | 43 | $61.9 million |
| 2023 | $2.5 million | 46 | $66.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 52 | $73.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James D Weaver 8 Greenway Plaza Suite 606, Houston, TX 77046 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 840-7896 |
| What to submit | Your request for funding should be submitted as a formal proposal. It should include a detailed explanation of the purpose and objectives of the proposed project or activity, the most recent audited financial statements, annual budget, projected budget if applicable, a list of major sources of support, your staff description, list of the board of trustees, the most recent copy of your organizations 501(c)(3) tax-exempt letter from the IRS, and a the description of an evaluation plan. |
| Deadlines | The first day of the month prior to the month of the board meeting (usually in apr, sept, dec) |
What Gordon A Cain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 33 | $1.2 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $1.1 million |
| California | 5 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $170,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $45,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Infantry Foundation | Unrestricted | $1.1 million |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Unrestricted | $450,000 |
| Alley Theatre | Unrestricted | $285,000 |
| St Matthew's Parish School | Unrestricted | $180,000 |
| Media Research Center Inc | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Goodman Institute for Public Policy Research | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| American Heritage Education Society | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| National Rifle Assocation of America | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Project 8P | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Grandfather Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Good Samaritan Foundation of Texas Inc | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Uso - Houston | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| UCLA Lab School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Holocaust Museum of Houston | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Menninger Clinic | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Star of Hope | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| The Bill of Rights Institute | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| UCLA Children's Hospital | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| San Jacinto Museum of History | Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Child Advocates Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Citizens Against Government Waste | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Independent Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| National Center for Public Policy Research | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| National Legal and Policy Center | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Texans for Lawsuit Reform | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| The Women's Home | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Discovery Green | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Camp Allen | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Inevitable Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Linville Volunteer Fire Department | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Prageru | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sight Into Sound | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| St Martin's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Blowing Rock Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Casa de Esperanza | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Weaver
- Sharyn A Weaver
- Alyson A Nicholas
- James K Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Gordon A Cain Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The first day of the month prior to the month of the board meeting (usually in apr, sept, dec).
How much does Gordon A Cain Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Gordon A Cain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James D Weaver (Charmain, President, Direc), Sharyn A Weaver (Secretary, Treasurer, Dire), Alyson A Nicholas (Director) and James K Weaver (Director).
What does Gordon A Cain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.