The Membery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Membery Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $186,550 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $119,200. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$186,550
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$119,200
- Assets$144,899
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,900 the year before.
54% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $110,498 | 5 | $198,391 |
| 2024 | $91,900 | 6 | $218,362 |
| 2025 | $186,550 | 13 | $144,899 |
How to apply
The Membery 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 Membery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 3 | $125,200 |
| Colorado | 5 | $48,350 |
| California | 3 | $7,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars Camps | Charitable | $119,200 |
| Love Only Grows | Charitable | $20,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist - Boulder | Charitable | $19,350 |
| Wide Horizon - Christian Science Care | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Euphrates Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Campership Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Charles Moore Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Christian Science Committee for Institutional Work in Colorado | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Adventure Unlimited | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Arden Wood - Christian Science Care | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Benevolent Association | Chartiable | $1,000 |
| Olive Glen - Christian Science | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Peace Haven Association - Christian Science | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Willard M Hanzlik
- Terri Lacy Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Questions people ask
Does The Membery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Membery Foundation give?
$186,550 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Membery Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Willard M Hanzlik (Dir., Pres., Treas.) and Terri Lacy Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP (Director).
What does The Membery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and science and research.