Kinder Morgan Foundation
Accepts applications
Kinder Morgan Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $1.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.3 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 1 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 1 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 1 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Melissa Ruiz 1001 Louisiana Street Suite 1000, Houston, TX 77002 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 369-9000 |
| What to submit | Grant applications are submitted through a third-party application called CyberGrants. These applications must include: 1. A short, one-page cover letter signed by an authorized agent. 2. A proposal narrative with the following information: - Legal name of the organization, employer identification number (EIN), address (no post office boxes), telephone number, and name, title and e-mail address of contact person. - Location of organization - Amount of request and name of program. - History of the organization and its mission. - Description of target population including the number of students served. - Description of the program, how it aligns with the focus areas of the Foundation. - Timeline for implementation. 3. Current organization and program budgets. |
| Deadlines | The submission deadline was June 2, 2025. |
| Restrictions | See attachment 1 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kinder Morgan Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attachment 2 | To support academic education and arts programs that benefit traditionally underserved youth, including minorities and girls, with a majority of contributions directed to STEM programs. | $1.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- David W Conover
- Michael Pitta
- John W Schlosser
- Kristin Tatum
- Jordan Mintz
- Melissa Ruiz
Questions people ask
Does Kinder Morgan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The submission deadline was June 2, 2025..
How much does Kinder Morgan Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs Kinder Morgan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David W Conover (Director), Michael Pitta (Director), John W Schlosser (Director) and Kristin Tatum (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Kinder Morgan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.