Hildebrand Foundation
Accepts applications
Hildebrand Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $14.0 million in 122 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $8.7 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$14.0 million
- Number of grants122
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$8.7 million
- Assets$203 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14.0 million the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $9.7 million | 105 | $162 million |
| 2024 | $14.0 million | 122 | $181 million |
| 2025 | $14.0 million | 122 | $203 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Beatrice Dickson PO Box 1308, Houston, TX 77251 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 655-6319 |
| What to submit | Charities should initially submit a letter of inquiry, on the charity's letterhead, stating the mission of the charity, the amount of the donation they are seeking, as well as the purpose the donation will serve. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hildebrand Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 111 | $13.5 million |
| California | 1 | $196,664 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $40,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Texas At Austin | Capital campaign | $8.7 million |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| University Of St Thomas | General support | $350,000 |
| Star Of Hope Mission | General support | $225,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| YWAM San DiegoBaja | General support | $196,664 |
| Workfaith Connection | General support | $150,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Program support | $142,500 |
| Franciscan Friars Of Hebbronville Inc | General support | $140,000 |
| Houston Police Foundation | General support | $118,500 |
| Eyes On Me | General support | $112,500 |
| Family Legacy | Program support | $106,912 |
| Edify | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | Program support | $100,000 |
| National Medal Of Honor Museum Foundation | Program support | $100,000 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | General support | $100,000 |
| Serenity Retreat | General support | $100,000 |
| Southern Dominican Province USA | General support | $100,000 |
| St Dominic Village | Program support | $100,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic Center Texas A&M | Program support | $100,000 |
| Co-Cathedral Of The Sacred Heart | Capital campaign | $83,332 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center Of Houston | Capital campaign | $75,000 |
| Diocese Of Laredo | Program support | $75,000 |
| Holy Family Parish Of GalvestonBolivar | General support | $66,664 |
| Brookwood Community | Capital campaign | $60,000 |
| Faith In Practice | General support | $60,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General support | $50,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Program support | $50,000 |
| Houston Coalition For Life | General support | $50,000 |
| St Augustine High School | General support | $50,000 |
| Cypress Assistance Ministries | General support | $35,000 |
| Galveston Urban Ministries | General support | $35,000 |
| Main St Ministries | Program support | $35,000 |
| Santa Rosa De Lima Church | Program support | $33,000 |
| Amazing Place | Capital campaign | $30,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Houston | General support | $30,000 |
| Gracewood | General support | $30,000 |
| Humble Area Assistance Ministries | Program support | $30,000 |
| International Justice Mission | General support | $30,000 |
| Lifehouse Of Houston | Program support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffery D Hildebrand
- Patricia Budinger
- Brittany A Hildebrand
- Jeffery D Hildebrand Jr
- John Thomas Hildebrand
- Melinda B Hildebrand
Questions people ask
Does Hildebrand Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Hildebrand Foundation give?
$14.0 million in tax year 2025, across 122 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Hildebrand Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffery D Hildebrand (CEO/President/Treasurer), Patricia Budinger (Director), Brittany A Hildebrand (Director) and Jeffery D Hildebrand Jr (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Hildebrand Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.