The Sklar Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sklar Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$127,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $122,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $87,000 | 24 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $122,000 | 23 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $127,000 | 21 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Sklar Family 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 Sklar Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $109,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $11,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Food Bank | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Neuhaus Education Center | Annual fund | $20,000 |
| Houston Public Media Foundation | Contributions | $15,000 |
| Houston Achievement Place | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Houston Area Urban League | Annual | $10,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | Park ball sponsoring | $10,000 |
| Growing Up New Mexico | Annual | $5,000 |
| Inprint | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Museum of New Mexico Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast | Annual | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Remind | Annual | $5,000 |
| Depelchin Children's Center | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Houston SPCA | Leadership giving | $2,000 |
| The Boat Company | Contributions | $2,000 |
| Child Advocates | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Children at Risk | Annual | $1,000 |
| Mental Health America of Greater Houston | Contributions | $1,000 |
| NM PBS | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Contributions | $1,000 |
| The Brookwood Community | Contributions | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara S Sklar
- Louis S Sklar
- Suzanne Sklar McCarthy
- Michael Alan Sklar
Questions people ask
Does The Sklar Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sklar Family Foundation give?
$127,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Sklar Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara S Sklar (President/ Director), Louis S Sklar (Secretary/ Director), Suzanne Sklar McCarthy (Director) and Michael Alan Sklar (Director).
What does The Sklar Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.