Jerold B Katz Foundation
Accepts applications
Jerold B Katz Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $18.0 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $580,000 and the largest $6.5 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$18.0 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$580,000
- Largest grant$6.5 million
- Assets$470 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2023 was up from $10.2 million the year before.
46% of its 2023 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 | $13.3 million | 8 | $381 million |
| 2022 | $10.2 million | 11 | $405 million |
| 2023 | $18.0 million | 13 | $470 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jerold B Katz Foundation 5847 San Felipe Street Ste 2375, Houston, TX 77057 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 953-7700 |
| What to submit | The foundation accepts applications in any standard format except for scholarships, which must be submitted using the citizens' scholarship foundation of america form. The foundation notifies all eligible applicants of the scholarship application's availability and accessibility. |
| Restrictions | Scholarships granted under the jerold b. Katz scholarship program are administered by the citizens' scholarship foundation of america. These scholarships are available to the children of employees of the katz controlled group. |
What Jerold B Katz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $12.1 million |
| New York | 4 | $5.8 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Methodist Hospital | 2024 donation | $6.5 million |
| NYU Langone Health | 2024 donation | $3.5 million |
| The Nightingale-Bamford School | 2024 donation | $2.1 million |
| Congregation Emanu El | 2024 donation | $2.0 million |
| Texas Children's Hospital | 2024 donation | $1.5 million |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | 2024 donation | $700,000 |
| Houston Police Foundation | 2024 donation | $580,000 |
| Ut Health Science Center | 2024 donation | $500,000 |
| Jewish Family Service | 2024 donation | $250,000 |
| Graham Windham | 2024 donation | $125,000 |
| Riverdale Country School Inc | 2024 donation | $100,000 |
| Moishe House | 2024 donation | $100,000 |
| Kid's Meals | 2024 donation | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Evan H Katz
- Duncan Lamme
- Nicolas Garcia
- Lissy Katz Bank
- Michael Helfer
Questions people ask
Does Jerold B Katz Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Jerold B Katz Foundation give?
$18.0 million in tax year 2023, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $580,000.
Who runs Jerold B Katz Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Evan H Katz (President/Trustee), Duncan Lamme (Vice President), Nicolas Garcia (Secretary/Treasurer) and Lissy Katz Bank (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jerold B Katz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.