The Kardos Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Kardos Family Foundation is a private foundation in Magnolia, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$135,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,000 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $112,000 | 21 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 21 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 21 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Kardos Family Foundation PO Box 334, Magnolia, TX 77353 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (832) 732-0371 |
| Restrictions | Primarily to organizations related to the roman catholic faith |
What The Kardos Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $27,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $27,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $7,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lci - Twelve Rivers Foundation | Provide assistance to those in need | $20,000 |
| Association of Marian Helper | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Help Hope Live Foundation | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Loyola Academy | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Marians of the Immaculate Conception | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $7,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Provide assistance to those in need | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $5,000 |
| The National Shrine of the Divine M | Provide assistance to those in need | $5,000 |
| Book Friends International | Provide assistance to those in need | $3,000 |
| Respect Life Ministry | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,500 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
| Giant Steps Illinois Inc | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
| Priests of the Sacred Heart | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
| The Night Ministries | Provide assistance to those in need | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Kardos Kavanagh
- Brian Kardos
- Paul Kardos
- Paulette Kardos
- Dan Kavanagh
- Paula Jean Runge
Questions people ask
Does The Kardos Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Kardos Family Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Kardos Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Kardos Kavanagh (TTEE), Brian Kardos (TTEE), Paul Kardos (TTEE) and Paulette Kardos (TTEE) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Kardos Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.