William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation
Accepts applications
William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation is a private foundation in Katy, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $482,700 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $270,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$482,700
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$270,000
- Assets$22.7 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $914,150 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $914,150 | 29 | $19.9 million |
| 2024 | $482,700 | 13 | $22.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William S Kilroy Jr 27126 Horizon Bay Ln Suite 100, Katy, TX 77494 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 478-6606, billk@kilroyfoundation.us |
| What to submit | Letter containing information applicant deems relevant for consideration. |
What William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $482,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Joy School | Building campaign | $270,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Bayou bend collection and gardens | $75,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Bayou bend annual fund | $35,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Icons - 2024 grand gala ball | $10,000 |
| Houston Botanic Garden | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Houston Zoo | Charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| The Joy School | Charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Mission of Yahweh | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Charitable purpose | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lora Jean Kilroy
- Mari Angela Kilroy
- William S Kilroy Jr
Questions people ask
Does William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation give?
$482,700 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lora Jean Kilroy (Trustee (See Attachment)), Mari Angela Kilroy (Trustee) and William S Kilroy Jr (Trustee).
What does William S & Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.