Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $295,700 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$295,700
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $281,700 the year before.
24% of its 2025 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 | $295,700 | 39 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $281,700 | 36 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $295,700 | 42 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kelly Sobiesk PO Box 52688, Lafayette, LA 70505 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (337) 233-0464 |
| What to submit | Written request with support |
| Restrictions | Improvement of the quality of life and social conditioning |
What Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 24 | $197,700 |
| Texas | 14 | $72,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Acadiana | Support organization's programs | $25,000 |
| Ul Lafayette Foundation | Support organization's purpose | $25,000 |
| Dell Children's Hospital | Support organization's program | $20,000 |
| Diocese of Lake Charles | Support organization's program | $15,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Support organization's programs | $15,000 |
| St Thomas More Cap Campaign | Improving education for children | $15,000 |
| Ascension Episcopal School | Support organizations programs | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of Acadiana | Improving quality of life for childr | $10,000 |
| Cathedral Carmel Foundation | Support organization's purpose | $10,000 |
| Houston Tri Delta Philanthropies | Support the organization's purpose | $10,000 |
| Lourdes Fdn Inc | Support organization's programs | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Foundation | Support organization's program | $10,000 |
| St Mary Early Learning Center | Support organization's purpose | $10,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | Support organization's programs | $10,000 |
| Strake Jesuit College Prepatory | Improving the quality of life/educat | $10,000 |
| Brookwood Community | Support organization's programs | $5,000 |
| Friend's of Music Acadiana | Support organization's program | $5,000 |
| Healing House | Support organization's purpose | $5,000 |
| Lafayette Museum | Improving education for children | $5,000 |
| LSU Health Foundation | Support organization's purpose | $5,000 |
| MD Anderson | Improving the quality of life | $5,000 |
| Moncus Park | Support organization's program | $5,000 |
| Ragin Cajun Athletic Foundation | Support organization's program | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Support organization's program | $5,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital Learning | Support organization's purpose | $5,000 |
| St Marys Catholic Church | Support organization's programs | $3,500 |
| Westiminister Weekday Schools | Support organization's purpose | $3,500 |
| Festival International de Louisiane | Improving social conditioning | $3,200 |
| American Heart Association | Support organization's program | $3,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundatio | Support organization's purpose | $3,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Improving quality of life for vets | $3,000 |
| Junior League of Houston | Support organization's purpose | $2,500 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Support organization's programs | $2,500 |
| Sky High for Kids | Support organization's program | $2,500 |
| Acadiana Animal Aid | Support organization's program | $2,000 |
| Clothes and Coats for Cuties | Support organization's programs | $2,000 |
| Ernest Cronin Operation San Jose | Support organization's program | $2,000 |
| Maddie's Footprints | Support organization's purpose | $2,000 |
| Our Savior's Church | Support organization's purpose | $2,000 |
| The Refinery Mission | Support organization's programs | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Knight
- Kelly Sobiesk
Questions people ask
Does Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation give?
$295,700 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Knight (Director) and Kelly Sobiesk (Director).
What does Knight Family Foundation Formerly the Eddy Knight Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.