Winkelmann Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Winkelmann Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,450 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $20,000. 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$45,450
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,300 the year before.
43% 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 | $41,800 | 26 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $45,300 | 36 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $45,450 | 21 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Winkelmann 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 Winkelmann Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $40,100 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,250 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsland Baptist Church | General | $20,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | General | $10,000 |
| Columbia Christian Senior Citizen Ctr | General | $3,000 |
| Turning Point | General | $2,500 |
| Operation Smile | General | $2,000 |
| Pathway to Victory | General | $1,000 |
| Braeburn Valley Baptist Church | General | $1,000 |
| The Orthodonic Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General | $500 |
| Shriner's Hospitals For Children | General | $500 |
| Friendswood Methodist | General | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $500 |
| Tunnels To Towers | General | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas | General | $500 |
| Joe Osteen Ministries | General | $500 |
| Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston | General | $500 |
| The Felowship | General | $400 |
| Doctors Without Boarders | General | $250 |
| Cru | General | $100 |
| Twin City Mission | General | $100 |
| Brazos Valley Food Bank | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel A Winkelmann Jr
- Tracy Troup
- Shea Huser
- Ginger Winkelmann
Questions people ask
Does Winkelmann Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Winkelmann Charitable Foundation give?
$45,450 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Winkelmann Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel A Winkelmann Jr (Pres), Tracy Troup (Director), Shea Huser (Director) and Ginger Winkelmann (Sec/ Treas).
What does Winkelmann Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.