Neustadt Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Neustadt Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$36,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$777,425
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,000 the year before.
43% 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 | $25,000 | 7 | $619,660 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 10 | $701,358 |
| 2025 | $36,000 | 14 | $777,425 |
How to apply
| Contact | Laura N Stephenson 5218 Wigton Drive, Houston, TX 77096 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 828-1578 |
| What to submit | Inquiries are received by phone or by letter. Each inquiry is answered individually. |
What Neustadt Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $19,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma State University Foundation | Educational development | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Medical research and support | $5,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Medical research and support | $2,500 |
| Harrison's Heroes | Support and welfare for hospitalized children | $2,000 |
| Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism | Religion reform | $2,000 |
| Mercersburg Academy | Educational development | $2,000 |
| Scottish Rite Hospital | Medical research and support | $2,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal School | Educational development | $2,000 |
| The Emery Weiner School Foundation | Provides financial support for the emery/weiner center for jewish education | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Humanitarian meal relief | $2,000 |
| Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Animal welfare and protection | $1,500 |
| Covenant House | Shelter, crisis care, education and employment services | $1,000 |
| Greater Southwest Historical Museum | Historical research and education | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Religious reform and housing | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura N Stephenson
- Bruce Neustadt
Questions people ask
Does Neustadt Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Neustadt Charitable Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Neustadt Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura N Stephenson (Chairman) and Bruce Neustadt (President).
What does Neustadt Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.