Houston in Action
Houston In Action is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Houston, Texas, at 515 Post Oak Blvd. The organization operates as a membership-based initiative bringing together community-based organizations, grassroots leaders, academic and research institution staff, and philanthropic partners from both private and public sectors including government, health, and business.
Key facts about Houston in Action
- EIN
- 83-0940984
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
Is Houston in Action open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 4 of 14 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3.3M; repeat grants $61K. How we count
Medians: $80K first-time, $63K repeat.
- 57% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2022). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Revenue
—
-100.0% YoY
Net Investment Income
—
Expenses
—
-100.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Houston In Action's mission is to facilitate the collective action of local organizations and actors to promote community leadership and break down systemic barriers to civic participation so that every resident, regardless of social identity, has equal opportunity to participate and have a meaningful impact on civic life.
The organization operates on the belief that greater impact can be achieved through coordinated action than individual efforts, and that communities have stronger influence over systems and services when they work collectively.
Primary focus areas include:
- Increasing civic participation of Houston youth through GenHTX
- Advancing policy that supports a culture of civic engagement
- Reducing barriers to political engagement for the community at large, especially those affecting marginalized communities
- Providing resources that empower organizations to be more effective in civic engagement
- Facilitating access to funding for organizations of all sizes, particularly those historically underserved by traditional funding structures
Grantmaking
Houston In Action has issued grants totaling $13,783,353 in support of its mission to facilitate collective action and promote community leadership.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Houston In Action operates primarily in the Houston region and Harris County. The organization's work affects large portions of the Houston area with particular attention to communities of color, low-income residents, and young people within these geographic areas.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $604
- Total Expenses: $4,589
- Total Assets: $8,586
- Total Liabilities: $4,589
Staffing:
- 12 employees (as of 2022)
- 10 employees (as of most recent data)
Accountability Rating: Houston In Action received a Three-Star rating (75%) from independent charity evaluators, with the overall score based on Accountability & Finance metrics. The organization demonstrates commitment to transparency and effective resource management.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | — | — |
| Revenue | — | $173 | $604 |
| Expenses | — | $4,196 | $4,589 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 7, 2024)
- Added Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
43 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2025.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key personnel include:
- Rebecca Hove - Principal Officer
- Frances Valdez - Executive Director
- Juan C - Programs Director
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Hove | President | 0.25 | — |
| Andrea Mayes | Treasurer | 0.25 | — |
| Nadia Valliani | Secretary | 0.25 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Link Health received funding from Houston In Action to deepen civic engagement in Houston communities, as documented in 2025.
Link Health Receives Funding from Houston in Action to Deepen ...The organization continues to work through its member network on collaborative projects and initiatives designed to remove barriers to civic engagement opportunities for the region's residents.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Houston in Action fund?
Houston In Action's mission is to facilitate the collective action of local organizations and actors to promote community leadership and break down systemic barriers to civic participation so that every resident, regardless of social identity, has equal opportunity to participate and have a meaningful impact on civic life. The organization operates on the belief that greater impact can be achieved through coordinated action than individual efforts, and that communities have stronger influence o…
How do I apply for a grant from Houston in Action?
Houston In Action has issued grants totaling $13,783,353 in support of its mission to facilitate collective action and promote community leadership. Recent grant activity includes: • **Houston in Action Network** received $5,846,853 in 2022 for public benefit purposes • **Gulf Coast Leadership Council** received $100,000 in 2022 for religion-focused work The organization breaks down barriers to funding by facilitating access to grants for organizations of all sizes, with particular emphasis on …
Where does Houston in Action make grants?
Houston In Action operates primarily in the Houston region and Harris County. The organization's work affects large portions of the Houston area with particular attention to communities of color, low-income residents, and young people within these geographic areas.
What is Houston in Action's EIN?
Houston in Action's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-0940984. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.