The Friedkin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Friedkin Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $330,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $330,000 and the largest $330,000. 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$330,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$330,000
- Largest grant$330,000
- Assets$16,895
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.4 million | 4 | $346,895 |
| 2024 | $330,000 | 1 | $16,895 |
How to apply
The Friedkin 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 Friedkin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $330,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Recover | Funds for development costs to support the mission of repatriating Americans missing in action | $330,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Dan Friedkin
- Savannah Friedkin
- Corbin W Friedkin
- Thomas Dan Friedkin Jr
- Ryan P Friedkin
- Christina C Cohen
- Amanda J Hughes
- Kolbi K Blanchette
Questions people ask
Does The Friedkin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Friedkin Foundation give?
$330,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $330,000.
Who runs The Friedkin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Dan Friedkin (Chairman & Director), Savannah Friedkin (President & Director), Corbin W Friedkin (Director) and Thomas Dan Friedkin Jr (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Friedkin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.