Health Foundation of East Texas
Preselected recipients only
Health Foundation of East Texas is a private foundation in Tyler, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.5 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $7.5 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$7.5 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$7.5 million
- Assets$215 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.1 million the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5.2 million | 5 | $165 million |
| 2023 | $5.1 million | 3 | $193 million |
| 2024 | $7.5 million | 3 | $215 million |
How to apply
Health Foundation of East Texas 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 Health Foundation of East Texas funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $7.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Health Science | Medical school | $7.5 million |
| Mosaic Counseling Center | Assistance | $6,000 |
| Tyler Area Business Education Counc | Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul W Detwiler MD
- Smittee Root
- Byron C Hale
- Steven C Roosth
- Fred Smith
- Elam F Swann
- Tom M Woldert
- Shannon Dacus
- Paula Anthony
- Thomas Neuhoff
Questions people ask
Does Health Foundation of East Texas accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Health Foundation of East Texas give?
$7.5 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Health Foundation of East Texas?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul W Detwiler MD (Board Member), Smittee Root (Executive Dir.), Byron C Hale (Secretary/Treas) and Steven C Roosth (Board Member) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Health Foundation of East Texas fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.