Endowment Funds of Congregation Emanu El of Houston

The WT & Louise J Moran Foundation

Houston, TX

The foundation’s stated mission is to support biomedical and behavioral sciences research, though its 2024 grants also went to organizations working in other fields. It gave $5,000–$600,000 per grant, with a median of $25,000, and all 2024 grants went to Texas organizations. It funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The William Stamps Farish Fund

Houston, TX

The William Stamps Farish Fund supports social services, health, and education, including related work in the arts, with a preference for the Greater Houston area and limited out-of-state giving. Its 2025 grants ranged from $10,000 to $1 million, with a median of $50,000. The filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; applicants must submit proof of exempt status, and application information is available from Carolyn Watson.

The Diana and Conrad Weil Jr Family

Houston, TX

Marek Family Foundation

Houston, TX

The Marek Family Foundation supports Texas nonprofits working in food and basic assistance, youth services, employment training, education, health care, and related charitable areas. Its 2025 grants ranged from $250 to $1,034,363, with a median of $9,250; 97% of grant dollars went to Texas recipients. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Elkins Foundation

Houston, TX

The Elkins Foundation funds education, healthcare, cultural, community, and religious organizations and projects, especially those serving Houston and the Greater Gulf Coast. Its 2025 grants ranged from about $11,000 to $1.5 million, with a median of $100,000. It accepts unsolicited requests through an online application, due by June 30.

The Stewart a & Marla B Feldman Family Fdtn

Houston, TX

The D Kent and Linda C Anderson

Houston, TX

This Houston-based foundation funds a varied range of charitable organizations, including schools, universities, churches, and other nonprofits, primarily in Texas, with grants also reported in Oklahoma, New York, and Colorado. In 2025, it awarded 22 grants ranging from $100 to $21,000, with a median of $1,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Houston Junior Forum Inc

Houston, TX

Houston Junior Forum funds nonprofits serving children, youth, women, and older adults in the greater Houston area, including education, basic needs, health, and youth programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $7,000 to $18,000, with a median of $9,000. The Community Grants Program is open, and prospective applicants can request an application.

Van WIE Family Foundation

Houston, TX

The Van Wie Family Foundation supports youth programs, faith-based organizations, food assistance, health services, and education, with most 2024 grant dollars going to Texas and others reaching organizations in several states. Its 24 grants ranged from $1,000 to $15,000, with a median of $3,750. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Dale Jr Foundation

Mooresville, NC

The Dale Jr Foundation funds nonprofits serving underprivileged people, especially youth, in areas including education, wellness, hunger, empowerment, and safe homes. Recent grants ranged from $5,337 to $150,000, with a median of $15,000; giving is national, with a strong focus on North Carolina and other states. It accepts requests through its donation form and requires supporting documents; requests are due by October 31.

Ima Foundation

Wichita, KS

Communities Foundation of Texas Inc

Dallas, TX

Communities Foundation of Texas funds a broad range of community needs, including health, education, housing, and community development, primarily in North Texas and across Texas. Its 2025 grants had a median of about $18,800, though amounts varied widely; nearly all opportunities are by invitation, with some specific programs open for applications.