The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $68,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$68,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $63,500 the year before.
19% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,500 | 25 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $68,500 | 26 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust 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 The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $55,000 |
| Louisiana | 5 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Food Bank | Scholarships and other contributions | $10,000 |
| Mercury | P 37 86 1 | $10,000 |
| Star of Hope Mission | Scholarships and other contributions | $5,000 |
| Kid's Meals | Scholarships and other contributions | $3,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Scholarships and other contributions | $3,500 |
| Search Homeless Services | Scholarships and other contributions | $3,500 |
| St Lukes Methodist Church | Scholarships and other contributions | $3,000 |
| LSU Foundation | Scholarships and other contributions | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army | Scholarships and other contributions | $2,500 |
| Children at Risk | Scholarships and other contributions | $2,000 |
| Interfaith Ministries Greater Houston | Scholarships and other contributions | $2,000 |
| Tirr | Scholarships and other contributions | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Houston Habitat for Humanity Inc | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Texas Gulf Coast & Louisiana Inc | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Toys for Tots Foundation | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| University of Louisiana Lafeyette | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| University of Mobile | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Louisiana State University A&m | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Universtiy of Louisiana Monroe | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,500 |
| Camo Rescue | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,000 |
| LSU Alumni Association | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,000 |
| Sior Educational Foundation | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,000 |
| Communities in Schools | Scholarships and other contributions | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Michael Boyd
- Donna C Boyd
Questions people ask
Does The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust give?
$68,500 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists J Michael Boyd (Trustee) and Donna C Boyd (Trustee).
What does The Boyd Foundation Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.