Astros Foundation
The Astros Foundation is the official 501(c)(3) team charity of the Houston Astros and is based in Houston, Texas. It is a private foundation that supports youth sports and education, military and first-responder recognition, childhood cancer and domestic violence awareness, and efforts to reduce homelessness.
Astros Foundation at a glance
In short: Astros Foundation gave $2.6M across 88 grants in 2024 (avg $29K), mostly in Texas. 13% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,582,549
- +18.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 88
- -13.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $29,347
- +37.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $24,679,204
- +38.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 13% first-time grantees (11 of 88, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Texas (83% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Astros Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds, according to its filing. Its program information describes grant opportunities for eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, but does not provide application materials or a general application process in the available information.
- Contact
Mailing address: 501 Crawford St Suite 500, Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 259-8904
Website: https://astros.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Astros Foundation
Astros Foundation Grant Program
Astros Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Chevron Wins for Kids Grant Program
Astros Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Houston Astros Group Charity Ticket Program Grant
Astros Foundation
Amount
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Astros Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Lemonade Day ($300K). Together the top 10 received $1.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
458 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 405 grants of 458 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Houston. In 2024, 83% of its grant dollars went to recipients in Texas, followed by Arkansas (6%), California (3%), Louisiana (2%), and Florida (2%). The listed Chevron Wins for Kids program specifies organizations serving youth in the an individual recipient region.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 88 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Astros Foundation open to new grantees?
13%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 11 of 88 grantees (13%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $87K; repeat grants $21K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $9K repeat.
- 86% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 59% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 252% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.6M (2021) to $6.6M (2020). In 2024 it made 88 grants totaling $2.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lemonade Day Houston, TX | Support Programs | $300,000 |
| Cy-Hope Inc Cypress, TX | Support Programs | $270,257 |
| Avondale House Houston, TX | Support Programs | $200,000 |
| Candlelights Childhood Cancer Family Alliance Stafford, TX | Support Programs | $150,000 |
| Sunshine Kids Foundation Houston, TX | Support Programs | $150,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital Houston, TX | Support Programs | $150,000 |
| Big Love Cancer Care Services Little Rock, AR | Support Programs | $150,000 |
| Incarnate Word Academy Houston, TX | Support Programs | $100,000 |
| Tejano Center for Community Concerns Houston, TX | Support Programs | $100,000 |
| The Imani School Houston, TX | Support Programs | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24,679,204 | $12,320,838 | $5,902,183 | $2,582,549 | 88 | $2,582,549 | $1,588,045 | $1,024,698 |
| 2023 | $17,882,667 | $10,265,221 | $5,809,133 | $2,182,854 | 102 | $2,182,854 | $284,470 | $732,794 |
| 2022 | $12,036,381 | $6,660,922 | $7,461,153 | $4,496,443 | 116 | $4,496,443 | $394,711 | $590,266 |
| 2021 | $12,156,575 | $6,163,805 | $3,154,279 | $1,621,250 | 69 | $1,621,250 | $332,270 | $497,526 |
| 2020 | $8,238,193 | $2,440,522 | $8,292,275 | $6,645,944 | 83 | — | $231,279 | $443,067 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Astros Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says it seeks to harness the passion of fans to support youth sports and education, honor the nation’s military and first responders, address childhood cancer and domestic violence awareness, and reduce homelessness. Its grant program describes support for local 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in youth baseball and softball, education and literacy, childhood cancer, military recognition, and quality of life.
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of supported work. CY-HOPE says it works to improve life for children and mobilize communities to help vulnerable children overcome barriers. Avondale House says it provides people with autism resources, education, and training. The Sunshine Kids Foundation says it provides positive group activities for children with cancer, while Star of Hope Mission says it mobilizes the city to serve people facing homelessness.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 88 grants totaling $2,582,549. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $300,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest awards included $300,000 to Lemonade Day, $270,257 to CY-HOPE Inc, $200,000 to Avondale House, and $150,000 each to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance, Sunshine Kids Foundation, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Big Love Cancer Care Services. These grants were listed for “Support Programs.”
The foundation’s filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its grant-program information describes support for eligible local 501(c)(3) organizations. A separate Chevron Wins for Kids program uses a nomination process and is described as serving public-charity 501(c)(3) organizations working with youth in the an individual recipient region.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jared Crane as president and Paula Harris as executive director. Other listed officers and directors are Jud Grady, Doug Bauer, Jim Crane, Michael Slaughter, Marian Harper, Terri Havens, Johnny Johnson, and Mike Metz.
Astros Foundation is led by Paula Harris, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 12 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paula Harris
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$302K (2024)
Jared Crane
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Claire Allen Neal
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Doug Bauer
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Crane
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Johnny Johnson
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jud Grady
Board Member
Treasurer → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Krystal Thompson
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marian Harper
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Metz
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Terri Havens
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Slaughter
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Doug Seckel (2023) — Assistant Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $302K, to Paula Harris (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Astros Foundation
How much does Astros Foundation give each year?
Astros Foundation gave $2.6M across 88 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.2M across 102 grants.
What is Astros Foundation's typical grant size?
Astros Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $29,347, across 88 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Astros Foundation that year got $87K on average.
Where does Astros Foundation give grants?
Astros Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Arkansas (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (38 grants), Corpus Christi, TX (6 grants), New York, NY (3 grants) and Stafford, TX (2 grants).
Does Astros Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 88 grants with a stated purpose on Astros Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support Programs" (67 grants) and "Scholarships" (21 grants).
Who are Astros Foundation's largest grantees?
Astros Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Lemonade Day ($300,000), Cy-Hope Inc ($270,257) and Avondale House ($200,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Astros Foundation?
Astros Foundation reported $24.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.6M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.0M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Astros Foundation fund?
The foundation says it seeks to harness the passion of fans to support youth sports and education, honor the nation’s military and first responders, address childhood cancer and domestic violence awareness, and reduce homelessness. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Astros Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds, according to its filing. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Astros Foundation's EIN?
Astros Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-2793078. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Astros Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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