The Robert A Welch Foundation
Accepts applications
The Robert A Welch Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $31.0 million in 69 grants; the typical grant was $105,000 and the largest $8.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$31.0 million
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$105,000
- Largest grant$8.0 million
- Assets$928 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was down from $54.2 million the year before.
12% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $58.2 million | 62 | $846 million |
| 2023 | $54.2 million | 64 | $892 million |
| 2024 | $31.0 million | 69 | $928 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Robert A Welch Foundation 1717 West Loop South Suite 1661, Houston, TX 77027 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 961-9884 |
| What to submit | For program guidelines and requirements, visit https://welch1.org/grants-programs/important-dates-and-deadlines |
| Deadlines | For program deadlines, visit https://welch1.org/grants-programs/important-dates-and-deadlines |
| Restrictions | Basic research in chemistry and related fields in the state of Texas |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Robert A Welch Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 69 | $38.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $8.0 million |
| The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $6.2 million |
| Rice University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $4.2 million |
| University of Houston | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $3.3 million |
| Texas A&m University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $2.9 million |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $2.6 million |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $1.5 million |
| Baylor University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $720,000 |
| Texas Tech University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $700,000 |
| Individual | Welch award in chemistry and related fields | $500,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $500,000 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $500,000 |
| The University of Texas Health San Antonio | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $500,000 |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $500,000 |
| Texas State University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $400,000 |
| Trinity University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $360,000 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $300,000 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $300,000 |
| University of North Texas | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $300,000 |
| The Texas Interscholastic League Foundation | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $263,929 |
| Sam Houston State University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $235,000 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $200,000 |
| Rice University - LSRF | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $160,000 |
| Austin College | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| Lamar University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| Texas A&m University-Corpus | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| Texas Woman's University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $135,000 |
| Houston Christian University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $120,000 |
| St Edward's University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $120,000 |
| Texas Lutheran University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $120,000 |
| Letourneau University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $115,000 |
| Schreiner University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $115,000 |
| Howard Payne University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $105,000 |
| Individual | Norman hackerman award in chemistry and related fields | $100,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $100,000 |
| Baylor University - LSRF | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $80,000 |
| Texas A&m University-Lsrf | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $80,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin-Lsrf | Basic research in chemistry and related fields | $80,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carin M Barth
- Carolyn C Sabat
- Douglas L Foshee
- Fred W Brazelton
- Gina A Luna
- Adam Kuspa
- Loan Kieu
Questions people ask
Does The Robert A Welch Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: For program deadlines, visit https://welch1.org/grants-programs/important-dates-and-deadlines.
How much does The Robert A Welch Foundation give?
$31.0 million in tax year 2024, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $105,000.
Who runs The Robert A Welch Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carin M Barth (Treasurer and Director), Carolyn C Sabat (Secretary and Director), Douglas L Foshee (Director) and Fred W Brazelton (Chair and Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert A Welch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.