The Credence Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Credence Foundation is a private foundation in Bellaire, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $271,392 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,780 and the largest $181,320. 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$271,392
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,780
- Largest grant$181,320
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $67,021 the year before.
78% 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 | $67,021 | 26 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $271,392 | 23 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Credence 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 Credence Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $257,392 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Payments for utilities, car, car insurance, and home mortgage payoff | $181,320 |
| Individual | Payment for auto loan payoff | $42,610 |
| Catholic Charities USA | Provide disaster relief funds for victims of hurricanes helene and milton | $10,000 |
| Congregation of the Sisters Charity of the Incarnate Word | Provide funds to serve the most vulnerable in the sick, the elderly, and children with food, housing, and healthcare | $5,000 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $4,717 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $3,212 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $2,959 |
| Individual | Payments for housing | $2,815 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $2,499 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $2,000 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $1,872 |
| Individual | Payment for housing and auto | $1,780 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $1,764 |
| Individual | Payments for housing and food | $1,013 |
| Catherine's House Inc | Provide funds for transitional housing for homeless women and children | $1,000 |
| Moving Waters Inc | Provide funds to improve the quality of life for homeless people by providing showers, via a mobile shower service, hygiene products, & essential clothing | $1,000 |
| Angelmira's Center for Women With Advanced Cancer | Provide funds to care for women diagnosed with advanced metastatic cancer to improve their quality of life | $1,000 |
| Center of Family Love | Provide funds to house and care for developmentally challenged adults | $1,000 |
| Dalit Solidarity | Provide funds to construct water facilities for impoverished disadvantaged families | $1,000 |
| Gospel of Life Association | Provide funds to house and care for poor elderly and terminally ill adults | $1,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Provide funds for food for children, families, and senions in southeast texas who face hunger | $1,000 |
| Individual | Payment for housing | $773 |
| Individual | Payment for food | $58 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia L Ruder
- Terrence L Ruder
Questions people ask
Does The Credence Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Credence Foundation give?
$271,392 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,780.
Who runs The Credence Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia L Ruder (President) and Terrence L Ruder (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Credence Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, faith communities and human services.