Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,971 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,662 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,971
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,662
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $27,330 the year before.
83% 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 | $34,496 | 7 | $0 |
| 2024 | $27,330 | 5 | $0 |
| 2025 | $20,971 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Porter and Lauren Collins 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 Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,825 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $246 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury School | General distribution | $10,000 |
| The Kinkaid School | General distribution | $6,400 |
| Little Children of the World | General distribution | $1,825 |
| The Society of the Cincinnati | General distribution | $1,500 |
| Island Health Project | General distribution | $1,000 |
| The Gladstone Foundation | General distribution | $246 |
Officers and trustees
- Porter Collins
- Lauren Collins
Questions people ask
Does Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation give?
$20,971 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,662.
Who runs Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Porter Collins (Director) and Lauren Collins (Director).
What does Porter and Lauren Collins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.