Houston Saengerbund
Preselected recipients only
Houston Saengerbund is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,800 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $2,000. 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$6,800
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $25,668 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,668 | 8 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $6,800 | 4 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Houston Saengerbund 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $6,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia City Brass Band | General support | $2,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | General support | $2,000 |
| Texas State German Contest Inc | General support | $1,800 |
| Hopera | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rodney Thorin
- Larry Harms
- Mary Kay Buehler
- Elmy Biermanns
- Lauren Davis
- Cathy Troisi
- David McGinty
- Sara Riddle
- Carol Heissler
Questions people ask
Does Houston Saengerbund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Houston Saengerbund give?
$6,800 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs Houston Saengerbund?
Its 2024 filing lists Rodney Thorin (President), Larry Harms (Vice President), Mary Kay Buehler (Treasurer) and Elmy Biermanns (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.