The Winston Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Winston Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $268,069 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $23,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$268,069
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $267,239 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $267,239 | 11 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $268,069 | 16 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
The Winston Charitable 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 Winston Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $237,569 |
| California | 1 | $23,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | General support | $23,000 |
| New Village Charter School Inc | General support | $23,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Houston | General support | $23,000 |
| San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts | General support | $23,000 |
| The Brookwood Community | General support | $23,000 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | General support | $23,000 |
| University of Houston | General support | $22,364 |
| Discovery Green Conservancy | General support | $20,000 |
| Hunt Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $20,000 |
| Kimball Rural Fire Department | General support | $20,000 |
| Sunshine Kids Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| St Andrew's Presbyterian Church | General support | $9,705 |
| Hope Mommies (IMO Eliza Acker) | General support | $7,500 |
| James Phillips Williams Memorial Foundation | General support | $7,500 |
| Catholic Outreach Services of San Angelo | General support | $6,500 |
| Custom Coastal Outreach | General support | $6,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn David Winston
- Chaille Winston Hawkins
- Phillip Winston
Questions people ask
Does The Winston Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Winston Charitable Foundation give?
$268,069 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Winston Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lynn David Winston (Pres, Dir), Chaille Winston Hawkins (Sec, Dir) and Phillip Winston (VP, Dir).
What does The Winston Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.