The Glassell Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Glassell Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $55,472 and the largest $1.3 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$55,472
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$74.5 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.8 million 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 | $2.8 million | 18 | $70.5 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 22 | $74.5 million |
How to apply
The Glassell Family Foundation Inc 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 Glassell Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $2.4 million |
| Florida | 1 | $1.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $217,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $60,944 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Miami - Rosenstiel School | General purpose | $1.3 million |
| University of Texas Health Science Center | general purpose | $600,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | general purpose | $512,500 |
| Houston Museum of Fine Arts | general purpose | $500,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | general purpose | $250,000 |
| Camp for All | general purpose | $250,000 |
| Beneath the Waves Inc | general purpose | $212,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | general purpose | $100,000 |
| Camp Cho-Yen | general purpose | $100,000 |
| Yes Prep Public Schools | general purpose | $100,000 |
| Mission Lazarus | general purpose | $60,944 |
| The Joy School | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Amazing Place | general purpose | $25,000 |
| Christian Community Services | general purpose | $10,000 |
| The Pasadena ISD Educational Foundation | general purpose | $7,500 |
| Galveston County Food Bank | general purpose | $5,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | general purpose | $5,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | general purpose | $5,000 |
| Camp Aranzazu | general purpose | $5,000 |
| South Avenue Baptist Church | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Friars of Hebbronville | General purpose | $1,000 |
| miscellaneous-pass through | general purpose | $287 |
Officers and trustees
- Alfred C Glassell III
- Pamela S Lindberg
- eric wade
Questions people ask
Does The Glassell Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Glassell Family Foundation Inc give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $55,472.
Who runs The Glassell Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Alfred C Glassell III (President), Pamela S Lindberg (Secretary) and eric wade (vice-president).
What does The Glassell Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.