Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,080 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7,080. 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$17,080
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7,080
- Assets$666,289
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $73,406 the year before.
67% 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 | $26,784 | 4 | $603,020 |
| 2024 | $73,406 | 3 | $611,991 |
| 2025 | $17,080 | 3 | $666,289 |
How to apply
Jim and Lynne Vanderhider 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 Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 2 | $12,080 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer Foundation of Santa Fe | Unrestricted use byCancer Foundation of Santa Fe | $7,080 |
| Espanola Humane | Unrestricted use byEspanola Humane | $5,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphona Society | Unrestricted use byLeukemia and Lymphona Society | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynne Vanderhider
- Jim Vanderhider
- Rachel Verret
- Michael Vanderhider
Questions people ask
Does Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation give?
$17,080 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynne Vanderhider (President/Director), Jim Vanderhider (Secretary/Treasurer/director), Rachel Verret (Director) and Michael Vanderhider (Director).
What does Jim and Lynne Vanderhider Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and animals.