The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $167,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$167,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,000 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $144,000 | 13 | $3.0 million |
| 2023 | $155,000 | 13 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $167,500 | 15 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood 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 Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $106,000 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $13,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Christian University Foundation | For linda r. Dunham nursing endowment scholarship | $30,000 |
| Second Baptist Church | To jeremiah counsel corporation for legal expenses associated with second baptist church lawsuit | $30,000 |
| Tumaini International Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Tutorville Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Elevated Community Health | For uninsured mothers in summit county for birth of first baby | $10,000 |
| Miracle Farm | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ocean Institute | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | For usmc wounded warrior families | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Country | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Heart of Texas Ministries | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Star of Hope | For women's homeless shelter in houston | $5,000 |
| Molly Brown House Museum | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Trinity Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Eating Disorders Network | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Houston | For the norm berkman father's day charity golf event | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Archie Dunham
- Laura Shook
- Cary Dunham
- Steve Dunham
Questions people ask
Does The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust give?
$167,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Archie Dunham (Pres/Dir), Laura Shook (VP/Secretary), Cary Dunham (VP/Dir) and Steve Dunham (VP/Dir).
What does The Dunham Charitable Foundation CO Westwood Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.