Build Galveston
Build Galveston is a nonprofit community development corporation focused on developing attainable workforce housing for Galveston's first responders, teachers, healthcare and hospitality workers.
Build Galveston at a glance
In short: Build Galveston gave $102K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $102K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $102,333
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $102,333
- Median grant
- $102,333
- Total assets
- $281,593
- -40.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Build Galveston
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Build Galveston
Who Build Galveston funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Rebuilding Together Houston ($102K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $102K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rebuilding Together Houston Houston, TX | General support | $102,333 |
Ready to take the next step with Build Galveston?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $281,593 | $230,106 | $398,574 | $102,333 | 1 | $4,354 |
| 2023 | $476,137 | $120,628 | $136,816 | — | — | $628 |
| 2022 | $445,000 | $445,000 | $108,194 | — | — | — |
About Build Galveston
Based on IRS filings
Build Galveston is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Galveston, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $282K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $102K. Net investment income was $4K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Build Galveston is led by Tyler Robert, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 17 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tyler Robert
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$61K (2023) → $118K (2024)
Cate Black
President
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christine Bryant
Executive Director
Board Member → Board Member & Vision Executive Director, 2023
Board Member & Vision Executive Director → Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Betty Massey
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chris Basilotto
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cornelia Banks
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dwayne Jones
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ingrid Gonzalez
Secretary
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Keath Jacoby
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marshall Tyndall
Past President
President → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Megan Jones
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pierre Banks
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shirlyn Thomas
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Maxwell
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paula Tobon
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sharon Lewis
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vincent Lorefice
Vice President
Board Member → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Bix Rathburn (2022–2023) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 $118K, to Tyler Robert (Executive Director (thru 11/24)).
Frequently asked questions about Build Galveston
How much does Build Galveston give each year?
Build Galveston gave $102K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Build Galveston?
Build Galveston reported $282K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $230K.
What is Build Galveston?
Build Galveston is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Galveston, TX. It holds $282K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Build Galveston operate?
Build Galveston has awarded grants in Texas.
What is Build Galveston's EIN?
Build Galveston's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-4187449. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Build Galveston's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Texas
NRG Retail Charitable Foundation
Princeton, NJ
Assets
$9K
Grants
1
Total Given
$7K
American Marketing Association
Houston, TX
To be the marketing connection. Ama houston is a supportive community of volunteers that connect houston marketers to the people, resources, and tools they need to succeed.
Assets
$362K
Grants
1
Total Given
$6K
Houston Community Toolbank Inc
Houston, TX
Houston toolbank is a capacity builder providing tax exempt organizations with a physical resource inventory for their programs. The organization enhances the capacity to serve, scale, and volunteer across southeast Texas through tool lending, disaster relief, and hands-on tool training.
Assets
$1.3M
Grants
2
Total Given
$18K
Comerica Charitable Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The Comerica Charitable Foundation supports economic and community development, education, human services, and equity, primarily through regional, state, and local organizations in Texas, Michigan, California, Arizona, and Florida. In 2025, its four grants ranged from $5,000 to $3,364,120, with a median of $142,250. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$2.9M
Grants
4
Total Given
$3.7M
The Guild Shop of the Church of St John the Divine
Houston, TX
The Guild Shop of the Church of St John the Divine supports nonprofit programs serving older adults in need, including food security, aging in place, health and wellness, and safe shelter. In 2024, its 15 grants ranged from $9,000 to $101,000, with a median of $31,000, and went to organizations in Texas. Its board reviews grant applications; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.
Assets
$7.3M
Grants
15
Total Given
$622K
Dynamo and Dash Charities Inc
Houston, TX
Dynamo and Dash Charities funds youth soccer and education, food insecurity, military and veteran support, cancer support and awareness, and sustainability, primarily in Greater Houston. Its 2024 grants ranged from $7,150 to $100,000, with a median of $10,000. It accepts unsolicited requests through its community grant application process; the published 2025 deadline has passed, and no later deadline is stated.
Assets
$842K
Grants
25
Total Given
$547K
More similar funders
More Funders in Texas
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Build Galveston's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Build Galveston down — hundreds of funders to go?