The Carruth Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Carruth Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $742,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$742,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$16.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $689,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $689,500 | 12 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $742,500 | 12 | $16.0 million |
How to apply
The Carruth Foundation Inc 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 Carruth Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $632,500 |
| New York | 1 | $85,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | General support | $200,000 |
| Houston SPCA | General support | $150,000 |
| The Parish Children's School | General support | $100,000 |
| Saratoga Springs Preservation Fdn | General support | $85,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General support | $50,000 |
| Houston Symphony Society | General support | $50,000 |
| The Beacon | General support | $25,000 |
| Storm Harbor Equestrian Center | General support | $25,000 |
| St John School | General support | $25,000 |
| Theatre Under the Stars | General support | $12,500 |
| Camp for All | General support | $10,000 |
| The Will Erwin Headache Research Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brady F Carruth
- Alan Schubert
- Gentry Lee
Questions people ask
Does The Carruth Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carruth Foundation Inc give?
$742,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Carruth Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Brady F Carruth (President), Alan Schubert (Trustee) and Gentry Lee (Trustee).
What does The Carruth Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.