Mads Engelstoft Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mads Engelstoft Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $226,285 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,382 and the largest $100,000. 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$226,285
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,382
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $271,090 the year before.
80% 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 | $310,420 | 12 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $271,090 | 17 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $226,285 | 22 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Mads Engelstoft 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 Mads Engelstoft Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $1,765 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $137,100 |
| Texas | 15 | $43,920 |
| Colorado | 1 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Rotary Foundation | General Assistance | $100,000 |
| Kjaer Sanctuary Inc | General Assistance | $35,000 |
| Rotary International | General Assistance | $34,000 |
| Individual | General Assistance | $20,000 |
| Individual | General Assistance | $10,000 |
| Friends of Khan Academy Philippines | General Assistance | $8,500 |
| Brazos Youth Fair Boosters | General Assistance | $4,000 |
| Rotary International | General Assistance | $3,000 |
| Wordserve Methodist Church | General Assistance | $3,000 |
| Brookshire Methodist Church | General Assistance | $3,000 |
| MS Enverga University Fdn | General Assistance | $1,765 |
| Family Directed Ed Foundation | General Assistance | $1,000 |
| Misfits Mission | General Assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | General Assistance | $500 |
| The Ballard House | General Assistance | $400 |
| Rotary Club of Space Center | General Assistance | $250 |
| Rotary Club of El Campo | General Assistance | $200 |
| Rotary Club of Space Center | General Assistance | $200 |
| Rotary Club of HEC | General Assistance | $200 |
| Individual | General Assistance | $120 |
| Rotary International | General Assistance | $100 |
| Fulshear Police Foundation | General Assistance | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Mads Engelstoft
- Bente I Engelstoft
- Conceza Abegaile Engelstoft
Questions people ask
Does Mads Engelstoft Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mads Engelstoft Foundation give?
$226,285 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,382.
Who runs Mads Engelstoft Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mads Engelstoft (Director), Bente I Engelstoft (Director) and Conceza Abegaile Engelstoft (Director).
What does Mads Engelstoft Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.