The Humphreys Foundation
Accepts applications
The Humphreys Foundation is a private foundation in Liberty, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.8 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$50.0 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 20 | $34.4 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 20 | $44.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 16 | $50.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Doris Peters Manager PO Box 550, Liberty, TX 77575 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (936) 336-3321 |
| Deadlines | Annual meeting in september |
What The Humphreys Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $1.8 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Grand Opera | Productions | $300,000 |
| Houston Symphony | Productions | $250,000 |
| Alley Theatre | Productions | $200,000 |
| Stages Repertory Theater | Productions | $200,000 |
| Hobby Center for Performing Arts | Productions | $200,000 |
| Ad Players | Productions | $175,000 |
| Theatre Under the Stars | Productions | $175,000 |
| Performing Arts Houston | Productions | $100,000 |
| Houston Ballet | Productions | $75,000 |
| Round Top Festival | Concert series | $40,000 |
| The Valley Players | Productions | $30,000 |
| The Grand 1984 Opera House | Productions | $20,000 |
| Main Street Theater | Productions | $20,000 |
| Miller Outdoor Theatre | Productions | $20,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | Productions | $20,000 |
| Young Audiences of Houston | Operations | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Bertman
- Jeff Paine
- Philip B Carson
Questions people ask
Does The Humphreys Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Annual meeting in september.
How much does The Humphreys Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs The Humphreys Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Bertman (P), Jeff Paine (VP, T) and Philip B Carson (VP, S).
What does The Humphreys Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.