William Gano Houstoun Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William Gano Houstoun Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,005 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,505. 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$51,005
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,505
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,266 the year before.
20% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $47,000 | 12 | $876,354 |
| 2023 | $50,266 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $51,005 | 9 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
William Gano Houstoun 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 William Gano Houstoun Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,505 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $10,505 |
| Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy | Charitable | $10,500 |
| Arms of Hope-Medina Children's Home | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Camp for All | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| CC4C | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Young Men's Business League | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Houstoun
- Jeri K Houstoun
- Brian Houstoun
- Dillon Houstoun
- Sharon Houstoun
- Alle Houstoun
- Caitlin Houstoun
- Evan Childress
Questions people ask
Does William Gano Houstoun Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Gano Houstoun Foundation give?
$51,005 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William Gano Houstoun Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James W Houstoun (President), Jeri K Houstoun (Secretary), Brian Houstoun (Director) and Dillon Houstoun (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does William Gano Houstoun Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.