The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $316,500 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $47,500. 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$316,500
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$47,500
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $288,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $288,000 | 59 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $316,500 | 37 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer 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 Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $239,000 |
| New York | 5 | $27,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $16,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable | $47,500 |
| Artist Boat | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Houston Habitat for Humanity | Charitable. | $37,500 |
| The Schlenkler School | Educational | $20,000 |
| Spring Branch FFA | Educational. | $15,000 |
| St Anne's School | Religious | $10,000 |
| Vermont College of Fine Arts | Educational | $10,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Out Youth | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Maternity Care Coalition-Philadelph | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of the Southern Tier | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Interfaith Ministries | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Holcaust Musem Houston | Charitable. | $6,000 |
| Nick Finnegan Counseling Center | Charitable. | $5,000 |
| The Brookwood Community | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Afs USA | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Finger Lakes Land Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ithica Community Childcare Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lamar University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Momentum Education | Educational | $5,000 |
| Poder | Charitable | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Park | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Bayou Land Conservancy | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Philabundance | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Colorado College | Educational | $2,500 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Faith In Practice | Religious | $2,500 |
| Friends of Stewart Park | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Oberlin College | Educational | $1,500 |
| Casa de Eseranza | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lending Libraries With Love | Civic | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee E Herman
- Kate Herman
- Carl Herman
- Paul F Herman
- Anne Chamberlain
- Joe Herman
- Katherine Herman
- Lisa Herman
- Randi Faust
Questions people ask
Does The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation give?
$316,500 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee E Herman (Treasurer), Kate Herman (Trustee), Carl Herman (President) and Paul F Herman (Vice President) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and arts and culture.