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Kws Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is Donald R Sinclair. It holds total assets of $6K. Annual income is reported at $205K. Total assets have decreased from $19K in 2011 to $8K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Kws Foundation has made 12 grants totaling $772K, with a median grant of $18K. Annual giving has decreased from $285K in 2020 to $180K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $165K, with an average award of $64K. The foundation has supported 5 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Texas. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$110K
Average Grant
$95K
Largest Grant
$165K
Based on 3 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Kws Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 12 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX.
Kws Foundation has distributed a total of $772K across 12 grants. The median grant size is $18K, with an average of $64K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $165K.
Kws Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Kws Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald R Sinclair | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan Lacy Sinclair | SECRETARY/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kathryn Sinclair | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$185K
Total Assets
$8K
Fair Market Value
$8K
Net Worth
$8K
Grants Paid
$180K
Contributions
$172K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
$605
Total Grants
12
Total Giving
$772K
Average Grant
$64K
Median Grant
$18K
Unique Recipients
5
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Lukes United Methodist ChurchGENERAL FUND | Houston, TX | $145K | 2023 |
| Christian Community Services CenterGENERAL FUND | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| San Angelo Stock Show SyndicateGENERAL FUND | Wall, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Texas Public Policy FoundationGENERAL FUND | Austin, TX | $5K | 2021 |
| The Story HoustonGENERAL FUND | Houston, TX | $10K | 2020 |