Rushing River Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rushing River Foundation is a private foundation in The Woodlands, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.8 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$39,542
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,000 the year before.
93% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $811,270 | 11 | $29,896 |
| 2023 | $105,000 | 4 | $9,939 |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 15 | $39,542 |
How to apply
Rushing River 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 Rushing River Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $3.6 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $125,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $6,150 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Ozark Foundation | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to facilitate the emotional and spiritual growth of children, youth and families, regardless of economic status, through the provision of a christ-centered, values-based summer camp experience and year-round ministry and mentoring. | $3.0 million |
| The Woodlands United Methodist Church | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to reach people for jesus christ, disciple them in faith, and help those in need. | $300,000 |
| Core Gives | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to provide support to the food & beverage service industry. | $125,000 |
| Wimberley Valley Watershed Association | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to ensure that communities know their connection and responsibilities to the watershed and are supported in implementing water policies and practices that will ensure ecological sustainability for generations. | $100,000 |
| Hill Country Alliance | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission of raising public awareness and building community support around the need to preserve the natural resources and heritage of the central texas hill country. | $50,000 |
| Inspiration Ranch | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to improve the lives of individuals with physical, mental, and emotional challenges through equine-assisted services. | $30,800 |
| Angel Reach | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to help children and youth. | $28,300 |
| Dog Alliance | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to improve lives through the bond between dogs and people. | $25,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission of supporting individuals and families affected by blood cancer. | $25,000 |
| The Sloth Institute | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission of enhancing the welfare and conservation of sloths. | $25,000 |
| University of Houston | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to empower the lives of students. | $25,000 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to provide an exemplary early childhood program to instill and foster the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual growth of economically at-risk children and their families. | $25,000 |
| Tespa | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to protect the trinity and edwards aquifers for the people and wildlife who use and depend on them. | $25,000 |
| The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to find forever families for the more than 140,000 children waiting to be adopted from foster care in the united states and canada. | $6,150 |
| Make-A-Wish Central & South Texas | Donation to assist the organization in carrying out its mission to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randall W Norwood
- Terri Norwood
- Brett Norwood
- Lindsay Norwood Stokey
Questions people ask
Does Rushing River Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rushing River Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Rushing River Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randall W Norwood (President), Terri Norwood (Director), Brett Norwood (Director) and Lindsay Norwood Stokey (Director).
What does Rushing River Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.