JLH Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JLH Foundation is a private foundation in Katy, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.6 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $132,600 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$3.6 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$132,600
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$58.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.3 million the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9.3 million | 11 | $57.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 10 | $58.9 million |
How to apply
JLH 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 JLH Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $3.3 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $252,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Foundation | Charitable | $2.0 million |
| Compassionate Touch | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Charitable | $315,000 |
| Childrens Organ Transplant Association | Charitable | $252,000 |
| Childrens Transplant Initiative | Charitable | $175,200 |
| The Transplant Association | Charitable | $90,000 |
| Childrens Medical Center | Charitable | $80,000 |
| Trio Central Texas Chapter | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation | Charitable | $52,500 |
| Driscoll Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellis Tudzin
- Paula Hern
- Tom Barbour
Questions people ask
Does JLH Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JLH Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $132,600.
Who runs JLH Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellis Tudzin (Sec/Treas/Director), Paula Hern (Chairman/Director) and Tom Barbour (Director).
What does JLH Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.