The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation)
Preselected recipients only
The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation) is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $1.6 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $366,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $298,610 | 11 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $366,000 | 22 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 20 | $0 |
How to apply
The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman 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 Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation) funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $1.6 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 3 | $7,500 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ellen Susman Fund - Donor Advised Fund | General support | $1.6 million |
| Hirshhorn Museum | General support | $200,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | General support | $30,000 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | General support | $21,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Council Membership | General support | $20,000 |
| The Kincaid School | General support | $20,000 |
| Rice University | General support | $10,000 |
| Nxthvn | General support | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | General support | $5,000 |
| Abundance Educational Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | General support | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $1,500 |
| Glasstire | General support | $1,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $1,000 |
| Rothko Chapel | General support | $1,000 |
| Yale University Art Gallery | General support | $1,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital | General support | $1,000 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $500 |
| Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | General support | $250 |
| Pughearts of Houston | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Susman
- Harry Susman
- Stacy Kuhn
Questions people ask
Does The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation) accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation) give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation)?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Susman (President), Harry Susman (Vp/Secretary) and Stacy Kuhn (Vp/ Treasurer).
What does The Susman Foundation (Formerly Susman Family Foundation) fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.