Adler Foundation
The Adler Foundation is a private foundation based in Houston, Texas, established in 1982. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with a focus on philanthropic giving across multiple states and issue areas.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.1M
+25.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$213K
+77.2% YoY
Grant Count
52
+8.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$4K
+63.5% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Adler Foundation reported a distributable amount of $291K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on giving primarily to Jewish agencies and temples, and for education and the arts. The foundation supports initiatives across 13 states, including Texas, California, New York, Virginia, and others.
Grantmaking
The foundation is open to new applicants.
Grant Range
$25–$147,690
Average Grant
$25–$147,690
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds projects across 13 states, with primary focus areas including Texas, New York, and Virginia. The foundation also supports initiatives in California, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Washington, D.C.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (as of fiscal year 2024):
- Total assets: $3,141,110
- Total revenues: $342,261
- Total expenses: $246,406
- Investment income and dividends: $108,598
- Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: $78,689
Prior Year (fiscal year 2023):
- Total assets: $2,508,090–$2.51M
- Total revenues: $167,655
- Total expenses: $131,297
- Expense ratio: 78.3% of total revenue spent on programs
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,141,110 | $2,508,090 | $1,955,577 |
| Revenue | $342,261 | $167,655 | $207,316 |
| Expenses | $246,406 | $131,297 | $253,503 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $228,704 | $124,568 | $248,581 |
| Net Investment Income | $179,617 | $71,545 | $109,373 |
| Distributable Amount | $290,563 | $265,855 | $240,353 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
145 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Museum of Fine Arts Houston ($64,050), The Children's Museum of Houston ($30,475), Congreation Beth Israel ($19,200).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ANTI DEFAMATION LEAGUE HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $50 |
| AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL MUSEUM NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $250 |
| AMERICCAN TECHNION SOCIETY BEVERLY HILLS, CA | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $200 |
| ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION LINCOLN, NE | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $120 |
| ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $2,500 |
| BLAFFER GALLERY UNI HOUSTON HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $1,000 |
| BOYS TOWN BOYS TOWN, NE | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $125 |
| BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA IRVING, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $100 |
| CENTER FOR HOUST ON'S FUTURE HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $50 |
| COLLAGE THE ART FOR CANCER NETWORK HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATIONS | $2,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation's volunteer leadership team includes:
- Louis K. Adler – President and Treasurer
- Gail F. Adler – Vice President
- Marc F. Adler – Trustee
All leadership members serve on a voluntary basis without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOUIS K ADLER | PRESIDENT & TREASURER | 1 | — |
| GAIL F ADLER | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| MARC F ADLER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 15 Greenway Plaza, Unit 6G, Houston, TX 77046-1503
Telephone: 713-524-7777
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Adler Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission centers on giving primarily to Jewish agencies and temples, and for education and the arts. The foundation supports initiatives across 13 states, including Texas, California, New York, Virginia, and others.
How do I apply for a grant from Adler Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving in fiscal year 2024: $213,199 • Number of grants awarded in 2024: 48 grants • Average grant size: $25–$147,690 • Recent grantees include The Children's Museum of Houston ($30,475), St Paul's United Methodist Foundation of Houston ($12,500), and Jewish Family Service ($8,600) The foundation is open to new applicants.
Where does Adler Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds projects across 13 states, with primary focus areas including Texas, New York, and Virginia. The foundation also supports initiatives in California, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Washington, D.C.
What size grants does Adler Foundation award?
In 2024, Adler Foundation awarded 52 grants totaling $213K — an average of about $4K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Adler Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Adler Foundation reported a distributable amount of $291K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Adler Foundation's EIN?
Adler Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 76-0001183. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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