The Blackwell Foundation
Accepts applications
The Blackwell Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,250 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$26,250
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$575,179
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $14,000 | 5 | $571,729 |
| 2024 | $26,250 | 8 | $575,179 |
How to apply
| Contact | Karen M Blackwell 5606 Cavanaugh, Houston, TX 77021 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 643-6577 |
| What to submit | Applicants are to complete the Grant Application. It includes information about grantee identity, contact person, purposes, uses and timing of the grant, and copy of grantee IRS exemption letter. |
| Deadlines, restrictions | None currently. |
What The Blackwell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $23,750 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $10,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $5,000 |
| Arthritis National Research Foundation | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $2,500 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $2,500 |
| Citizens for Animal Protection | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $2,500 |
| Seton Fund | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $2,500 |
| Houston Food Bank | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org;s goals | $1,000 |
| Interfaith Ministies | Nonspecific, in furtherance of org's goals | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen M Blackwell
Questions people ask
Does The Blackwell Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None currently..
How much does The Blackwell Foundation give?
$26,250 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Blackwell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen M Blackwell (Trustee and Manager).
What does The Blackwell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and animals.