Ivanhoe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ivanhoe Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$42,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$848,786
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,250 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $38,500 | 6 | $837,823 |
| 2023 | $69,750 | 9 | $783,785 |
| 2024 | $16,250 | 2 | $835,851 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 4 | $848,786 |
How to apply
Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $42,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JFS ReelAbilities Houston Film & Arts Festival | Supporting disabled creators. | $20,000 |
| JFS ReelAbilities Houston Film & Arts Festival | Supporting disabled creators. | $20,000 |
| Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project | Rehabilitation | $1,000 |
| Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project | Rehabilitation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cindy Ivanhoe
- John Kajander
- Sunil Kothari
Questions people ask
Does Ivanhoe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ivanhoe Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Ivanhoe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cindy Ivanhoe (President), John Kajander (Director) and Sunil Kothari (Director).
What does Ivanhoe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and disability.