Mize Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mize Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,733 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $875 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$116,733
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$875
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $114,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $85,663 | 14 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $114,500 | 23 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $116,733 | 16 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Mize Family 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 Mize Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $115,983 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church | General support | $100,000 |
| Convenant House of Texas | General support | $5,200 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| Communities in School | General support | $1,500 |
| Houston SPCA | General support | $1,083 |
| Children's Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Kinkaid School | General support | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army Greater Houston | General support | $750 |
| Neuhaus Education Center | General support | $700 |
| Garden Club of Houston | General support | $500 |
| Tanglewood Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Southern Methododist University | General support | $500 |
| Jeremiah Program | General support | $500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | General support | $250 |
| National Park Foundation | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher D Mize
- Kelli Griffith Mize
- Christopher Barrett Mize
- Brindley Elizabeth Mize
Questions people ask
Does Mize Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mize Family Foundation give?
$116,733 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $875.
Who runs Mize Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher D Mize (President), Kelli Griffith Mize (Secretary), Christopher Barrett Mize (Director) and Brindley Elizabeth Mize (Director).
What does Mize Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.