Edward H Andrews Foundation
The Edward H Andrews Foundation is a private foundation based in Houston, Texas. Its website says it was founded and endowed in 1986 by Richard and Judith Andrews to help people and communities help themselves, with an emphasis on helping low-income people take control of their lives and permanently escape poverty.
Edward H Andrews Foundation at a glance
In short: Edward H Andrews Foundation gave $2.8M across 9 grants in 2024 (avg $312K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,809,170
- +1772.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 9
- -69.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $312,130
- +5934.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (67% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Edward H Andrews Foundation
- Review Cycle
- The 2023 filing said applications were accepted at any time; this is a statement from the final return, not a current application cycle.
- Deadline
- The 2023 filing said applications were accepted at any time; this is a statement from the final return, not a current…
- Contact
Application contact: Terri Lacy
Mailing address: 600 Travis Suite 4200, Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 220-4482
Website: https://andrewsfoundationhouston.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Edward H Andrews Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust ($1.9M across 2 grants). Together the top 8 received $2.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
110 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 107 grants of 110 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 66% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania and 34% to recipients in Texas. The listed Texas recipients include several Houston organizations; the Pennsylvania grants went to the JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust in Jenkintown.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 9 itemized grants.
Cities
How Edward H Andrews Foundation gives
- Giving grew 1773% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $132K (2020) to $2.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 9 grants totaling $2.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust Jenkintown, PA | Charitable - Edward House Andrews III | $936,398 |
| The JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust Jenkintown, PA | Charitable - Louise and Gary Moss Fund | $936,398 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation Houston, TX | Charitable - Nina K. Andrews Charitable Fund | $901,124 |
| Rice University Houston, TX | Will rice college speakers fund & parent leadership council | $11,250 |
| Houston Symphony Society Houston, TX | To Fund Charitable Activities | $10,000 |
| Stages Repertory Theatre Houston, TX | To Fund Charitable Activities | $5,000 |
| University of Houston Houston, TX | To Fund Charitable Activities | $5,000 |
| Emerge Fellowship Houston, TX | To Fund Charitable Activities | $2,000 |
| The Beacon - Chirst Church Cathedral Houston, TX | To Fund Charitable Activities | $2,000 |
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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 | — | $169,119 | $2,823,360 | $2,809,170 | 9 | $2,812,015 | $157,774 | $116,665 |
| 2023 | $2,641,576 | $118,887 | $181,845 | $150,000 | 29 | $152,150 | $89,192 | $131,749 |
| 2022 | $2,698,092 | $1,775,388 | $171,500 | $165,000 | 29 | $168,000 | $1,771,888 | $123,289 |
| 2021 | $1,097,513 | $91,383 | $188,559 | $150,000 | 23 | — | $62,013 | $134,811 |
| 2020 | $1,245,835 | $396,753 | $159,282 | $132,000 | 20 | — | $371,933 | $122,065 |
| 2019 | $979,932 | $116,405 | $160,948 | $133,000 | 19 | — | $90,861 | $130,912 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Edward H Andrews Foundation reported a distributable amount of $117K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to help people and communities help themselves, particularly by supporting organizations that help low-income people escape poverty. Its website lists child and family welfare, education, poverty-focused development in the U.S. and internationally, physical and mental health, religious and spiritual development, and disaster relief as areas of support. It says it provides grants only to 501(c)(3) organizations and generally does not support individuals, food banks or assistance ministries, emergency assistance outside Houston, lobbying, endowments, or visual and performing arts.
Among its 2024 grantees, Greater Houston Community Foundation describes its work as empowering donors through giving vehicles, strategic consulting, and community partnerships. Houston Symphony Society says its mission is to engage audiences through orchestral performances, education, and community activities. EMERGE Fellowship describes its work as helping fellows graduate and pursue careers that support long-term economic mobility.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 9 grants totaling $2,833,530. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $932,760, with a median of $10,000. The three largest grants were $932,760 each: one to Greater Houston Community Foundation for the Nina K. Andrews Charitable Fund, and two to the JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust for Edward House Andrews III and the Louise and Gary Moss Fund. Other reported grants included $11,250 to Rice University, $10,000 to Houston Symphony Society, $5,000 each to Stages Repertory Theatre and the University of Houston, and $2,000 each to EMERGE Fellowship and The Beacon - Christ Church Cathedral.
The foundation’s website describes a two-step process: submit an initial grant inquiry form, then, if invited, submit a full application. It says the response to an initial inquiry may take up to six weeks. The 2023 filing separately described written applications as including the requested amount, purpose, and general information about the organization, and listed no award restrictions. Because that filing is marked final, these application details should not be treated as current instructions.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Edward H Andrews III as president and Gladys Louise Andrews Moss, Nina K Andrews, and Peter C Maffitt as directors.
Edward H Andrews Foundation is led by Edward H. Andrews III, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Edward H. Andrews III
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nina K. Andrews
Director
President → Director, 2021
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter C. Maffitt
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gladys Louise Andrews Moss
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Bruce McIntyre (2019–2020) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Edward H Andrews Foundation
How much does Edward H Andrews Foundation give each year?
Edward H Andrews Foundation gave $2.8M across 9 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $150K across 29 grants.
What is Edward H Andrews Foundation's typical grant size?
Edward H Andrews Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $312,130, across 9 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Edward H Andrews Foundation give grants?
Edward H Andrews Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 67% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Texas (33%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (7 grants) and Jenkintown, PA (2 grants).
Does Edward H Andrews Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 9 grants with a stated purpose on Edward H Andrews Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Fund Charitable Activities" (5 grants).
Who are Edward H Andrews Foundation's largest grantees?
Edward H Andrews Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include The JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Co National Philanthropic Trust ($1,872,796 across 2 grants), Greater Houston Community Foundation ($901,124) and Rice University ($11,250), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 99% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does Edward H Andrews Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to help people and communities help themselves, particularly by supporting organizations that help low-income people escape poverty. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Edward H Andrews Foundation?
Edward H Andrews Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check andrewsfoundationhouston.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
How much is Edward H Andrews Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Edward H Andrews Foundation reported a distributable amount of $117K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Edward H Andrews Foundation's EIN?
Edward H Andrews Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1514306. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS January 29, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 5, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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