Three G Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Three G Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $679,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $360,000. 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$679,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$360,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $645,307 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $679,189 | 17 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $645,307 | 16 | $14.0 million |
| 2025 | $679,500 | 13 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
Three G 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 Three G Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $360,000 |
| Texas | 8 | $242,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $40,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach Inc | General support | $360,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $62,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | General support | $50,000 |
| America First Policy Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Georgia Okeeffe Museum | General support | $25,000 |
| Houston Christian University | General support | $25,000 |
| Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth | General support | $25,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | General support | $25,000 |
| The Texas Heart Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Houston | General support | $20,500 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Kevin Babington Foundation | To provide funding and support for equestrains who sustain spinal injuries. | $12,000 |
| Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne W Grimes
- Martha Hall Grimes
- David Grimes
- Melissa Reta
Questions people ask
Does Three G Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Three G Foundation give?
$679,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Three G Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne W Grimes (President), Martha Hall Grimes (Vp/Assistant Secretary), David Grimes (Treasurer) and Melissa Reta (Secretary).
What does Three G Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.