The West Endowment
Accepts applications
The West Endowment is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $578,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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$578,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $548,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $565,600 | 20 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $548,000 | 13 | $12.5 million |
| 2025 | $578,000 | 16 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Coordinator of Grants PO Box 491, Houston, TX 77001 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 961-9699 |
| What to submit | Letter form specifying purpose of application and amount of contribution requested. |
| Restrictions | The west endowment was organized for the purpose of making charitable contributions to religious, charitable, scientific, literary, and/or educational organizations within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code of 1986. The west endowment does not make grants to individuals. In considering requests for grants, the endowment places priority on organizations and programs serving harris county and the state of Texas. |
What The West Endowment funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $578,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp for All Foundation | Funding a second camp and the blazing new trails campaign. | $100,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Funding the installation of the skinner pipe organ in the new benitez chapel space. | $75,000 |
| Coastal Prairie Conservancy | Land stewardship program for 2025, an effort to continue restoration of the indiangrass preserve. | $50,000 |
| Houston's Amazing Place Inc | Funding their new second location in katy, texas to help families dealing with dementia. | $50,000 |
| Palacios Medical Foundation | The new telemetry system that will allow the hospital staff to be better prepared to care for more patients with growing lists of illnesses related to cardiac and respiratory conditions that need constant monitoring. | $45,000 |
| Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts | Providing local children access to art and history through interactive eduational programming and free tours. | $35,000 |
| Bolivar Point Lighthouse Fdn Inc | To rebuild and reinstall the lighthouse's original top section. | $33,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center & Institute | Funding assistance and resources to those experiencing mental distress via their established hope line. | $25,000 |
| Houston Area Parkinson Society | To provide programs and services to help both those facing parkinson's and their loved ones and caregivers. | $25,000 |
| Houston Christian High School | Funding the george & barbara bush center for scholars & leaders, inspiring youth to reach their promise and develop leadership skills. | $25,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Fndof the TX Gulf Coast & la | Granting life-changing wishes to critically ill children. | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Houston | Contribution to greater houston's family travel fund. | $25,000 |
| The Nature Discovery Center Inc | Enchanted woods campaign's mission to instill curiosity and repect for nature. | $25,000 |
| Gracewood Inc | Providing family support for single mothers and their children. | $15,000 |
| Remind | Providing support and education to individual and families affected by depression, bipolar disorder and other mental health challenges. | $15,000 |
| Casa de Esperanza de Los Ninos Inc | Continuing endeavors to see that children grow up in a safe and stable home. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margene West Lloyd
- William West Lloyd
- Ronald S Webster
- Roger A Soape
- Peter K Jameson
- Karen Scoggins
- Barton Bentley
Questions people ask
Does The West Endowment accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The West Endowment give?
$578,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The West Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists Margene West Lloyd (VP, Treasurer & Asst Sec/Director), William West Lloyd (President/Director), Ronald S Webster (Secretary/Director) and Roger A Soape (Vp/Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The West Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and faith communities.