The Coulter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Coulter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $57,500 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$57,500
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$49.4 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.9 million the year before.
54% 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 | $10.9 million | 14 | $26.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 13 | $49.4 million |
How to apply
The Coulter Family 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 The Coulter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 2 | $260,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $57,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $40,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| san francisco museum of modern art | To support Art Bash and annual exhibition fund | $1.1 million |
| California College of the Arts | Maker Meets Future Campaign-campus unification, expansion and programming | $250,000 |
| Target ALS Foundation Inc | To eradicate the tremendous harm of ALS, focusing on accelerating the discovery and development of effective treatments | $250,000 |
| the aspen institute Inc | Drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the greatest challenges of our time | $200,000 |
| Grabhorn Institute | Champions the future print and book culture by preserving the most extensive letterpress printing facilities | $135,000 |
| pacific jazz orchestra | support the Mission to entertain and enrich the local community of Los Angeles as well as a global community through performance and education | $100,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus School | TO support faith-based education in New Orleans | $57,500 |
| University of California San Francisco Foundation | UCSF Chancellor's Circle Fund-Mission to educate future scientist and clinicians and research the most pressing biomedical issues | $55,000 |
| The Little School | Support authentic learning in community and the natural world, amplifying curiosity and expanding sense of self, belonging and possibility | $40,000 |
| Sf-Marin Food Bank | Alleviating hunger in San Francisco and Marin | $15,000 |
| sports humanitarian group inc | Ignites children's power to rise above their circumstances through play-based, quality education opportunities | $10,000 |
| christian mccaffrey foundation | Supports service men and women, veterans, and military families where their need is greatest | $10,000 |
| san francisco symphony | support to inspire and serve audiences and communities throughout the Bay Area and the world through the power of musical performance | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James G Coulter
- Phyllis S Coulter
Questions people ask
Does The Coulter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Coulter Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $57,500.
Who runs The Coulter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James G Coulter (Founding Trustee) and Phyllis S Coulter (Founding Trustee).
What does The Coulter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.