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Houston Family Foundation is a private corporation based in SIOUX FALLS, SD. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2006. It holds total assets of $58M. Annual income is reported at $5.2M. Total assets have grown from $8.6M in 2011 to $58M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 7 officers and trustees. Support leadership through the opportunity to collaborate and enhance the common good by providing funds to support Science/Medical, Education, The Arts and Human Social Services. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2019 to 2024. According to available records, Houston Family Foundation has made 163 grants totaling $12.7M, with a median grant of $35K. Annual giving has grown from $411K in 2019 to $6.6M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2M, with an average award of $78K. The foundation has supported 58 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Washington, Colorado, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$35K
Average Grant
$44K
Largest Grant
$200K
Based on 13 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Funding for science and medical research and initiatives
Support for educational institutions and programs
Funding for arts and cultural organizations
Support for social services and human welfare organizations
Support leadership through the opportunity to collaborate and enhance the common good by providing funds to support Science/Medical, Education, The Arts and Human Social Services. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 163 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, WA, CO.
Houston Family Foundation has distributed a total of $12.7M across 163 grants. The median grant size is $35K, with an average of $78K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2M.
Houston Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Individual schools, camps, congregations, or youth groups generally not supported unless exceptional circumstances. Organizations must wait until their previous grant closes and reports are submitted before reapplying. No individualized feedback provided on declined applications. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Houston Family Foundation is headquartered in SIOUX FALLS, SD. While based in SD, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James R Houston Ii | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT | $151K | $0 | $151K |
| Dorsey Whitney Trust Company Llc | TRUSTEE | $142K | $0 | $142K |
| Jaimi Houston | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Tamara E Hair | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Theodore Giatas | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Richard Fordiani | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| David N Rennie | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$58M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$58M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
163
Total Giving
$12.7M
Average Grant
$78K
Median Grant
$35K
Unique Recipients
58
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Washington FoundationENGINEERING STUDENT | Seattle, WA | $500K | 2022 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum IncGENERAL OPERATING FUND | Palm Springs, CA | $400K | 2022 |
| Mccallum TheatreGENERAL FUND | Palm Desert, CO | $233K | 2022 |
| Palm Springs International Film SocietyGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Springs, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Family Ymca Of The DesertGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $130K | 2022 |
| Onefuture Coachella ValleyGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $125K | 2022 |
| Desert Aids ProjectGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Springs, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Marthas Village And Kitchen IncGENERAL OPERATING FUND | San Diego, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Csusb Philanthropic FoundationGENERAL FUND | San Bernardino, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of The DesertGENERAL OPERATING FUND | Palm Springs, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Desert ArcGENERAL FUND | Palm Desert, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Food In Need Of Distribution IncGENERAL FUND | Indio, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities OfINLAND EMPIRE RONALD | Los Angeles, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Coachella ValleyGENERAL FUND | Palm Deset, CA | $65K | 2022 |
| Coachella Valley Rescue MissionGENERAL OPERATING | Indio, CA | $65K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Cathedral CityGENERAL OPERATING | Cathedral City, CA | $65K | 2022 |
| Desert Cancer FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $65K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Vancouver FoundationGENERAL FUND | Seattle, WA | $58K | 2022 |
| Mizell Senior Center Of Palm SpringsGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Springs, CA | $53K | 2022 |
| Pegasus Riding Academy For TheGENERAL OPERATING FUND | Palm Desert, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Shelter From The Storm IncGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Cove Communities Senior AssociationGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Pueblo Unido CdcGENERAL OPERATING | La Quinta, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Tools For Tomorrow IncGENERAL OPERATING | Palm Desert, CA | $40K | 2022 |
| Old Town Artisan Studio IncGENERAL OPERATING | La Quinta, CA | $40K | 2022 |
| Operation Safe House IncGENERAL OPERATING | Riverside, CA | $40K | 2022 |
SIOUX FALLS, SD
RAPID CITY, SD
SIOUX FALLS, SD