Huff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Huff Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $254,952 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $9,750 and the largest $52,000. 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$254,952
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$9,750
- Largest grant$52,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $245,000 the year before.
65% 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 | $245,000 | 28 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $254,952 | 26 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Huff Family 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 Huff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $99,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $52,000 |
| California | 7 | $42,500 |
| New York | 3 | $25,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn University | General Operations | $52,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Church | General operations | $25,000 |
| Strake Jesuit | General operations | $15,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | General operations | $10,000 |
| Henry E Huntington Library & Art Gallery | General operations | $10,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres | General Operations | $10,000 |
| New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation Inc | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Preservation Hall Foundation Inc | General Operations | $10,000 |
| School on Wheels Inc | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Share Our Strength | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Zachary & Elizabeth M Fisher Center | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters Foundation | General operations | $9,500 |
| TX Heart Institute | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Donate Life Texas | General Operation | $5,000 |
| Alexandria House | General Operation | $5,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Cheerful Helpers Child & Family Study Center | General operations | $5,000 |
| Corridor Rescue Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Houston | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hamburger Home | General operations | $5,000 |
| Memorial Assistance Ministries | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Wags & Walks | General Operations | $5,000 |
| West Houston Assistance Ministries Inc | General Operations | $5,000 |
| The Oaks School | General Operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Travis Huff
- Christopher Huff
- Kelly Huff
- Melissa Huff
Questions people ask
Does Huff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Huff Family Foundation give?
$254,952 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $9,750.
Who runs Huff Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan Travis Huff (Senior VP & Secretary), Christopher Huff (President & Treasurer), Kelly Huff (Vice President) and Melissa Huff (Vice President).
What does Huff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.