John P McGovern Foundation
Accepts applications
John P McGovern Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $9.3 million in 244 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $10.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$9.3 million
- Number of grants244
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$10.0 million
- Assets$138 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.0 million the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8.0 million | 211 | $125 million |
| 2024 | $9.3 million | 244 | $138 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Julia Mitchell 2211 Norfolk St Ste 900, Houston, TX 77098 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 524-5255 |
| What to submit | Applicants should submit requests which include a letter describing the need or grant request, verification of 501(c)3 status, a list of the Board of Directors and the annual budget. |
| Deadlines | No submission deadline |
| Restrictions | The Foundation is focused on supporting nonprofit organizations that promote health, the arts and the enhancement to and preservation of the environment. |
What John P McGovern Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 237 | $23.3 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $210,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $13,258 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UT-Health Science Center Medical School | General support | $10.0 million |
| University of Houston | General support | $2.0 million |
| Houston Zoo | General support | $1.5 million |
| Children's Museum | General support | $1.0 million |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | Program Support | $1.0 million |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | Dr Jack Train Engine | $500,000 |
| The Grand 1894 Opera House | 2025 Program Support | $300,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General support | $290,000 |
| Houston Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Inc | JPM Cntr. for Community Education, Aftercare, Relapse Prevention, and Recovery Support | $225,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General support | $190,000 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | Japanese Garden; Evening in the Park;Hats in the Park Luncheon; Ongoing Reforestation Program | $160,000 |
| The Children's Museum | General support | $160,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Med. Student Scholarship Matching Fund for the JPMcGovern Scholars | $150,000 |
| John P McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science | General Operating Support | $150,000 |
| New Hope Housing | NH Housing - Berry Unit; NH Berry Operational Support | $150,000 |
| New Hope Housing | Funds for New Hope Housing Ave C Housing; NHH Ave C Operational Support | $150,000 |
| Institute for Behavior & Health Inc | Program Support | $125,000 |
| Houston Public Library Foundation | John P. McGovern Spring & Summer Reading Program | $110,000 |
| Star of Hope Mission | Challenge Grant Match met for 2024 | $100,000 |
| Texas Tech University | Center for Students in Addiction Recovery JPM Endowment/Scholarship & Fellowships | $100,000 |
| The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation | 2025 Celebration of Reading | $100,000 |
| United Way of the Texas Gulf Coast | Program support | $100,000 |
| Covenant House - Texas | General support | $96,000 |
| American Society of Addiction Medicine | Program support for Book Publication | $85,000 |
| Community Family Centers | Parenting classes, recreation, after-school & summer camps, and the STEM student programs | $80,000 |
| KickStart | Program support | $75,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy Inc | Program support | $75,000 |
| The Houston Symphony Society | Symphony Ball; Music Matters! Educational and Community Engagement initiative | $75,000 |
| The Nehemiah Neighborhood Center | Program support (2024-2025) | $75,000 |
| University of Houston | 2024 Reimagining Libraries Master Plan Phase 1 | $75,000 |
| Presbyterian Children's Homes & Services | 2024 John P. McGovern Social Worker/support; Houston Luncheon | $70,000 |
| BakerRipley | Senior Health & Wellness Division Programs | $65,000 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | Empower Luncheon; General Operating Expenses | $65,000 |
| DePelchin Children's Center | Program Support - quadrupling | $60,000 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | On going reforestation; Hats in the Park Luncheon; Evening in the Park | $60,000 |
| South Main Alliance | Program support | $60,000 |
| The Men's Center Inc | Program support | $60,000 |
| The Rose Center | Support for Mobile Mammography Program | $60,000 |
| The Women's Home | Treatment & Transitional Housing Program; Triumph Luncheon Sponsorship, Pickleball Tournament | $60,000 |
| The YMCA of Greater Houston Area | YMCA Summer Day Camp camperships | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William C Shrader
- Julia Mitchell
- Sheila Lewis
Questions people ask
Does John P McGovern Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadline.
How much does John P McGovern Foundation give?
$9.3 million in tax year 2024, across 244 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John P McGovern Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William C Shrader (President), Julia Mitchell (Vice President & Secretary) and Sheila Lewis (Treasurer).
What does John P McGovern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.