The Gray Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gray Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $67,000 the year before.
36% 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 | $67,000 | 31 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 33 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Gray 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 Gray Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $33,000 |
| North Carolina | 6 | $16,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $14,000 |
| Michigan | 5 | $13,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Macdonell Children's Services | New childrens hone | $5,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Operations | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross North Carolina Chaptr | Disaster refief | $3,000 |
| Asan-Autistic Self Advocacy | Austistic adults | $3,000 |
| Bronson Mi UMC | Operations | $3,000 |
| Bunk House Inn Inc | Meals for homeless | $3,000 |
| Chapel Hill United Methodist Church | Operations | $3,000 |
| Colon Mi UMC | New projector or operations | $3,000 |
| The Haven | Operations | $3,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Operations | $3,000 |
| Natl Jewish Hospital | Operations | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army of Wake & Lee Cty | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Save the Children | Operations | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Meals for homeless | $3,000 |
| Shriners Hospital Children's Hospital | Operations | $3,000 |
| Sky High - Houston | Oprations | $3,000 |
| St Matthews Episcopal School | Academics | $3,000 |
| Stfrancis United Methodist Church | Children & youth programs | $3,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospita | Operations | $3,000 |
| Sunrise UMC | Youth program | $3,000 |
| Terrebonne Assn for Retarded Citizens | Academics | $3,000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | Operations | $3,000 |
| Vanderbilt Catholic High School | Academics | $3,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Dog training | $2,000 |
| Casa of Terrebonne | Operations | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operations | $2,000 |
| Dulac Community Center | Programs & services | $2,000 |
| South la Wetlands | Operations | $2,000 |
| South Michigan Food Bank | Operations | $2,000 |
| The Start Corp | Operations | $2,000 |
| The Trinity Community Develoment in | Operations | $2,000 |
| United Houma Nation | Operations | $2,000 |
| A Place at Thetable | Placee cards | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Gray Elmore
- Rachel Elmore Davis
- David Gray Elmore
- Frank Hayward III
Questions people ask
Does The Gray Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gray Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Gray Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Emily Gray Elmore (President), Rachel Elmore Davis (Secretary/Tr), David Gray Elmore (Board Member) and Frank Hayward III (Board Member).
What does The Gray Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.