Tellepsen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tellepsen Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,971 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,500. 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$14,971
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$339,388
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was down from $24,600 the year before.
69% 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 | $55,834 | 20 | $153,857 |
| 2024 | $24,600 | 6 | $152,535 |
| 2025 | $14,971 | 13 | $339,388 |
How to apply
Tellepsen 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 Tellepsen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $13,721 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Martins Church | Religious activities | $3,500 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma Fnow | Educational activities | $2,000 |
| The University of Texas | Educational activities | $2,000 |
| Lords of Streets Mission (Lots) | Religious activities | $1,500 |
| Camp Allen | Civic activities | $1,450 |
| Ga Tech Scholarship | Educational activities | $1,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | Religious activities | $1,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | Youth activities | $771 |
| Norwegan Seamans Church | Religious activities | $500 |
| Positive Black Male Assoc (Pema) | Civic activities | $500 |
| Hope Center | Health activities | $250 |
| Morningstar Ministry | Religious activities | $250 |
| Workfaith | Religious activities | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Tellepsen
- Howard T Tellepsen Jr
- Tom Tellepsen II
Questions people ask
Does Tellepsen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tellepsen Foundation give?
$14,971 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tellepsen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Tellepsen (Trustee Nominal), Howard T Tellepsen Jr (Trustee Nominal) and Tom Tellepsen II (Trustee Nominal).
What does Tellepsen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.