The Kanaly Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kanaly Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $111,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$111,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was down from $141,575 the year before.
54% 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 | $141,575 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $111,000 | 13 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Kanaly 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 Kanaly Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $86,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Kanaly family endowed scholarship fund | $20,000 |
| Alley Theatre | General fund | $10,500 |
| Institute for Spirituality and Health | General fund | $10,000 |
| Memorial Drive PTA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $10,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Forum | General fund | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundations | General fund | $10,000 |
| Victor Rivera Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Alamo Heights School Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Impact A Hero | General fund | $3,000 |
| Medical Bridges | General fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey C Kanaly
- Andrew D Kanaly
Questions people ask
Does The Kanaly Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kanaly Foundation give?
$111,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Kanaly Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey C Kanaly (Vp/Secretary) and Andrew D Kanaly (Vp/Treasurer).
What does The Kanaly Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.