The Krist Foundation
Accepts applications
The Krist Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 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$75,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,000 the year before.
80% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $77,750 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $32,500 | 3 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 5 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $75,500 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Karyn D Krist 17100 El Camino Real Unit 120, Houston, TX 77058 |
|---|---|
| What to submit | No standard form |
| Deadlines | No submission deadline |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitation |
What The Krist Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $50,500 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Stthomastheapostle Episcopalchurch | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Bay Area Turning Point | Grant award | $8,000 |
| The Beacon | Grant award | $8,000 |
| Dreme Science Literacy Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Caritas of Austin | Charitable | $5,000 |
| International Academy of Trial Lawyers | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Partnerships for Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Changing Hearts and Mind Program Inc (Champ) | Grant award | $1,000 |
| Peoples Community Clinic | Grant award | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald D Krist
- Kevin D Krist
- Scott C Krist
- Karyn D Krist
Questions people ask
Does The Krist Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadline.
How much does The Krist Foundation give?
$75,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs The Krist Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald D Krist (President), Kevin D Krist (Vice President), Scott C Krist (Secretary/Treasurer) and Karyn D Krist (President).
What does The Krist Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.