The Mirza Trust of San Antonio
Accepts applications
The Mirza Trust of San Antonio is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$116,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,000 the year before.
18% 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 | $100,000 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 10 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $116,000 | 11 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Mirza Trust P O Box 130630, Houston, TX 77219-0630 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 696-8899 |
| What to submit | Qualified organizations should submit contribution requests in letter form. |
| Restrictions | For use in the state of Texas by or for: (1) a charitable organization supported in whole or in part by funds contributed by the united states or any state or political subdivision thereof, or one that is primarily supported by contributions of the general public, such as hospitals, orphanages, homes for the aged or underpriviledged, and other organizations for community welfare recognized as public charities under the laws of the state of Texas. (2) a religious organization regularly maintaining an established church, assembly or synagogue, or a charitable, scientific or educational organization operated, supervised or controlled by any such religious organization. (3) a nonprofit educational organization normally maintaining a regular faculty and curriculum, having a regularly organized body of students in attendance at the place where its educational activities are carried on. |
What The Mirza Trust of San Antonio funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $116,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Hall Inc | Educational | $25,000 |
| Trinity University | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Christus Santa Rosa Foundation | Charitable assistance | $15,000 |
| Brighton Center | Charitable assistance | $10,000 |
| The Doseum | Children's museum | $10,000 |
| Youth Orchestra of San Antonio | Youth programs | $7,500 |
| San Antonio Sports | Charitable assistance | $7,500 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | Charitable assistance | $6,000 |
| Sunshine Cottage | Charitable assistance | $5,000 |
| Bennett Cemetery | Charitable assistance | $2,500 |
| San Antonio Conservation Society | Charitable assistance | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shannon Bush
- Bennett Easton
- Joella L Mach
- Natalie M Dossett
Questions people ask
Does The Mirza Trust of San Antonio accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Mirza Trust of San Antonio give?
$116,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Mirza Trust of San Antonio?
Its 2025 filing lists Shannon Bush (Trustee), Bennett Easton (Trustee), Joella L Mach (Trustee) and Natalie M Dossett (Trustee).
What does The Mirza Trust of San Antonio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.