The Sutton Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sutton Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$126,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$161,385
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $216,420 the year before.
50% 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 | $331,644 | 9 | $149,806 |
| 2024 | $216,420 | 5 | $156,629 |
| 2025 | $126,500 | 4 | $161,385 |
How to apply
| Contact | Joseph W Sutton 919 Milam Suite 2400, Houston, TX 77002 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 571-4000 |
| What to submit | Written request including brochure on organization |
| Deadlines | N.A. |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Children's Safe Harbor | General support | $25,000 |
| The Blackhorse Association | General support | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Medical research | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Sutton
- Suzanne Sutton
- Gretchen Sutton-Setrum
- Megan Sutton-Reed
- Roger Goddard
Questions people ask
Does The Sutton Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: N.A..
How much does The Sutton Foundation give?
$126,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs The Sutton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Sutton (P, Director), Suzanne Sutton (VP, Director), Gretchen Sutton-Setrum (VP, Director) and Megan Sutton-Reed (VP, Director) among 5 officers and trustees.