Saunders Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saunders Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $363,433 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,916 and the largest $241,000. 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$363,433
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,916
- Largest grant$241,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $361,800 the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $361,800 | 13 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $363,433 | 22 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Saunders 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 Saunders Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $310,333 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $27,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Ed | Education | $241,000 |
| Chi Omega Foudnaton | Education | $27,000 |
| Christ the King Church | Religious | $20,000 |
| Prager University | Education | $15,000 |
| Alzheimers Association Houston Chap | Medical | $10,000 |
| Pine Cove | Religious | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Religious | $10,000 |
| Hospice Austin | Medical | $8,500 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | Medical | $5,100 |
| Cody Stephens Go Big or Go Home | Medical | $5,000 |
| North Shore Rotary Foundation | Philanthropy | $3,000 |
| Womens Storybook Project of Texas | Humanitarian aid | $2,833 |
| Houston Alumnae Panhellenic Foundat | Education | $2,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Humanitarian aid | $1,000 |
| First Global Methodist Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Lighthouse of Houston | Health care | $1,000 |
| Charm Prison Ministry | Religious | $500 |
| Halo House Foundation | Medical | $100 |
| HHT Foundation International | Medical | $100 |
| Hilltop Adventures | Religious | $100 |
| Second Baptist Church | Religious | $100 |
| St Martin's Episcopal Church | Relgious | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Fredric M Saunders
- Gayle D Saunders
- Meredith S Mason
- Stuart D Saunders
Questions people ask
Does Saunders Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saunders Foundation give?
$363,433 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,916.
Who runs Saunders Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fredric M Saunders (Director), Gayle D Saunders (Director), Meredith S Mason (Director) and Stuart D Saunders (Director).
What does Saunders Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.