H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation
The H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. Its 2023 Form 990-PF is marked as a final return, and the filing says the corporation’s property was distributed in connection with its winding up and termination; the foundation therefore appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation at a glance
In short: H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation gave $491K across 10 grants in 2023 (avg $49K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $490,717
- +4105.7% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 10
- +900.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $49,072
- +320.6% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $27,500
- Primary geography
- Texas (95% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The filing says the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. It provides no application process or materials for outside applicants.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 100903, Fort Worth, TX 76185
Phone: (432) 688-3730
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Texas Ballet Theater Inc ($181K). Together the top 10 received $491K.
Grant Size Distribution
17 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 17 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, 95% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas and 5% to recipients in Colorado. The listed Texas recipients were based in Fort Worth or Midland; the Colorado recipient was Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Snowmass Village.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation gives
- Giving grew 501% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 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 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2022) to $491K (2023). In 2023 it made 10 grants totaling $491K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Ballet Theater Inc Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $180,717 |
| Permian Basin Behavior Health Center Midland, TX | General Support | $100,000 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $50,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $40,000 |
| Lena Pope Home Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $30,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center Snowmass Village, CO | General Support | $25,000 |
| Sixty and Better Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $20,000 |
| Botanical Research Institute of Texas Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $20,000 |
| Gill Children's Services Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $20,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts are for the filing year shown. The filing data provided does not include 2023 assets.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $113,585 | $504,049 | $490,717 | 10 | $494,828 | $105,364 | $20,065 |
| 2022 | $390,464 | $14,251 | $20,472 | $11,668 | 1 | $12,418 | $7,398 | $23,885 |
| 2021 | $396,685 | $52,057 | $51,365 | $42,166 | 3 | $43,073 | $42,695 | $27,282 |
| 2020 | $395,993 | $32,695 | $92,314 | $81,666 | 3 | — | $23,931 | $26,752 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations whose stated work included ballet and visual arts, higher education, food access, children’s and family services, support for older adults, botanical research and conservation, and children’s unmet needs.
For example, Texas Ballet Theater says it creates and presents ballet and promotes its appreciation and accessibility. Tarrant Area Food Bank says its mission is to help the community alleviate hunger and improve health. Lena Pope Home says it equips children, families, caregivers, and the community through counseling, education, and behavior interventions. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation reported 10 grants totaling $490,717. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $180,717, with a median of $27,500. The largest grants included $180,717 to Texas Ballet Theater, $100,000 to Permian Basin Behavior Health Center, $50,000 to Texas Christian University, $40,000 to Tarrant Area Food Bank, and $30,000 to Lena Pope Home. Each grant was reported for general support.
The filing says the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Because the 2023 filing is marked final, this is not presented as a current application opportunity.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Cynthia C. Siegel as president and Courtney S. Landes, Samantha S. Kamin, and H. Terry Siegel as directors.
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation is led by Cynthia C. Siegel, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Cynthia C. Siegel
President
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Courtney S. Landes
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
H. Terry Siegel
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Samantha S. Kamin
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "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 H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation
How much does H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation give each year?
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation gave $491K across 10 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $12K across 1 grant.
What is H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's typical grant size?
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $27,500, and its average grant was $49,072, across 10 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation give grants?
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Colorado (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Worth, TX (8 grants).
Does H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's largest grantees?
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Texas Ballet Theater Inc ($180,717), Permian Basin Behavior Health Center ($100,000) and Texas Christian University ($50,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 67% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations whose stated work included ballet and visual arts, higher education, food access, children’s and family services, support for older adults, botanical research and conservation, and children’s unmet needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation?
The filing says the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's EIN?
H L & Elizabeth M Brown Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-1783643. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does H L & Elizabeth M Brown 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 September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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