Hamill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hamill Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $14.9 million in 81 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $1.0 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$14.9 million
- Number of grants81
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$277 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13.3 million the year before.
5% 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 | $13.3 million | 85 | $251 million |
| 2024 | $14.9 million | 81 | $277 million |
How to apply
Hamill 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 Hamill Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 68 | $14.0 million |
| Oklahoma | 4 | $350,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $210,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $150,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp for All | Capital Campaign to build a second campus | $1.0 million |
| Amazing Place | Capital Campaign for expansion of Drexel Facility plus a new facility in Katy. | $500,000 |
| The Council on Recovery | To support general operating programs including prevention, counseling, outpatient treatment, family therapy & recover support to those suffering from alcohol & substance abuse; and renovation of Hamill Conference Center | $500,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | Capital Campaign for new campus construction. | $500,000 |
| Houston Methodist | To support the Urology Robotics Fellowship, 3D Ultrasound for Urology Imagining Center, Women's Urology Clinic, ALS research & endowment to Oncology Department for cancer research innovation in lung & liver cancer. | $500,000 |
| St Martin's Episcopal Church | Operating Ministries & Building for the Ages Capital Campaign debt retirement. | $410,000 |
| Houston Christian University | Capital Campaign for new STEM & Nursing Building, Hamill Presidential & Nursing Scholarships | $400,000 |
| Memorial Assistance Ministries | Operating Programs to provide rent & utility assistance, ESL/GED & vocational training & Capital Campaign to renovate existing building & add a new building for classrooms & office space & add parking. | $400,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | To support operating programs such as rent & utility assistance, GED/ESL classes, food pantry, job counseling & vocational training. | $300,000 |
| DePelchin Children's Center | Operating Programs including foster care, adoption services & children's mental health services & Capital Campaign for new Volunteer Services Building on main campus. | $300,000 |
| Houston Humane Society | Operating Support for spay/neuter program, pet adoption, free pet food "Pet Pantry" programs at low income assistance ministries plus management consultant & organizational review & Architect Master Plan costs. | $300,000 |
| Northwest Assistance Ministries | Operating programs & Endowment/Reserve Fund | $300,000 |
| Open Door Mission Foundation | Operating Programs including housing, meals, clothing, GED, career guidance & Doorway Recovery Program for homeless men & Medical Respit Center. | $300,000 |
| St Paul's Methodist Foundation | Capital Campaign for renovation of Jones Education Building, Operating programs to provide support for Building & Facilities, Landscaping, Security Improvements & General Operations | $300,000 |
| Star of Hope | Operating Support for Men's Development Center & Women's Cornerstone Community | $300,000 |
| The Beacon (Cathedral Health Ministries) | Operating Support for homeless services | $250,000 |
| Girl Scouts of America - San Jacinto Council | Capital Campaign for a new "Starboard" cabin at Camp Casa Mare sailing camp in Kemah. | $250,000 |
| Houston Zoo | Capital Campaign for new Headquarters Building | $250,000 |
| Mission of Yahweh | Operating Support for its residential programs to house low income women & children & Capital Campaign for a new Residence Building. | $250,000 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Capital Campaign to build-out the Blaffer Foundation Center for Conservation | $250,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Capital Campaign to renovate Cullen Gem & Mineral Hall | $250,000 |
| Periwinkle Foundation | Program Support for cancer patients at Texas Children's Hospital through arts, creative writing & photography as well as summer camps & weekend camps. | $250,000 |
| Small Steps Nuturing Center | Operating Support for 2 inner city pre-school campuses & Capital Campaign to add 4 classrooms & add'l adminitrative space to its Jensen Drive school. | $250,000 |
| University of Houston | Scholarships at College of Nursing, College of Medicine & Bauer College of Business | $250,000 |
| St John the Divine Episcopal Church | Operating ministries or campus renovation projects & "Nau Matching Grant" initiative. | $235,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | For Medical Research for improving corneal surgical techniques, dry eye & ocular surface diseases & glaucoma & related diagnostic testing | $225,000 |
| Houston Area Parkinson Society | Operating Programs to provide both virtual & in person exercise, dance & support groups for individuals suffering from Parkinson disease & their caretakers | $225,000 |
| McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church | Operating ministries or campus renovations | $225,000 |
| Tallowood Baptist Church | Operating ministries or campus renovations | $225,000 |
| Brookwood Community | Operating Programs & Capital Campaign for 2 new residence halls & other campus renovations | $200,000 |
| Camp Aranzazu | Operating Support for its summer camp operations | $200,000 |
| The Hope and Healing Center | Operating Support for free mental health programs including education, training, clinical services & research, & training program to recognize mental health or suicide prevention | $200,000 |
| reMind (Depression & Bipolar Support) | Operating Programs for its in person & virtual adult groups & in person school support groups for depression, bipolar disorder, mental health issues & suicidal thoughts | $200,000 |
| Women's Home | Operating Support to provide recovery programs & affordable apartments for homeless or vulnerable women & children & renovate bathrooms in recovery dorm & cottages. | $200,000 |
| Healthcare for the Homeless | Operating programs to provide medical & dental care plus mental health counseling & case management for the homeless & for a mobile van for street outreach program. | $175,000 |
| Texas A&M Foundation | Scholarships & Library Programs | $172,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association - Houston & Southeast TX | Operating Support for core programs & services including Helpline, community presentations, care consultants, support groups for caregivers & individuals | $150,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Operating Programs to provide positive adult role models/mentors to at risk youth | $150,000 |
| Bo's Place | Operating Programs for grief support for children & adults | $150,000 |
| Boys and Girls Country of Houston Inc | Operating Support to provide residential operating programs for children and youth in the College & Careers program | $150,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charlie H Read
- Charles W Snider
- Thomas H Brown
- William T Miller
- Barbara L Strobel
Questions people ask
Does Hamill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hamill Foundation give?
$14.9 million in tax year 2024, across 81 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs Hamill Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charlie H Read (Pres., Treas., Dir.), Charles W Snider (VP Director), Thomas H Brown (VP, Grants Dir, Dir) and William T Miller (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Hamill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.