The DeBakey Medical Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The DeBakey Medical Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $2.0 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$86.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.6 million the year before.
25% 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 | $3.6 million | 8 | $84.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 9 | $86.8 million |
How to apply
The DeBakey Medical 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 DeBakey Medical Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $3.9 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | Micheal E. DeBakey Library and Museum and new medical school building | $2.0 million |
| Baylor College of Medicine | George P. Noon, M.D. Endowed Chair in Surgery | $500,000 |
| Baylor University | Medical Humanities Program in the College of Arts and Sciences | $350,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Surgery Endowment | $300,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Construction of the Cullen Tower | $300,000 |
| The John P McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science | Supporting the Michael E. DeBakey Cell Lab | $200,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Houston Methodist Endowment | $150,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Michael E. DeBakey Excellence in Research Awards | $100,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | DeBakey Summer Student Program | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Herbert D Short III
- Dr George P Noon
- Dr Charles H McCollum
- William H Caudill
- David R Lummis
Questions people ask
Does The DeBakey Medical Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The DeBakey Medical Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs The DeBakey Medical Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Herbert D Short III (Pres/Trustee), Dr George P Noon (Treas/Trustee), Dr Charles H McCollum (Sec/Trustee) and William H Caudill (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The DeBakey Medical Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.