Hurwitz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hurwitz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $132,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$132,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,294 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $94,548 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $200,294 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $132,000 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Hurwitz 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 Hurwitz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $81,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $26,000 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Banner Alzheimer's Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $25,000 |
| The Palmas Academy | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Houston | General support | $15,000 |
| Families Empowered | General support | $10,000 |
| Holocaust Museum Houston | General support | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Medical Bridges | General support | $10,000 |
| Seacus | General support | $1,000 |
| Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles E Hurwitz
- Barbara R Hurwitz
- David A Hurwitz
Questions people ask
Does Hurwitz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hurwitz Family Foundation give?
$132,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Hurwitz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles E Hurwitz (President), Barbara R Hurwitz (Vice President) and David A Hurwitz (Treasurer).
What does Hurwitz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.