Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc is a private foundation based in Coppell, Texas. It supports charitable organizations through a grassroots giving program in which Norwex Consultants nominate organizations serving local communities.
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc at a glance
In short: Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc gave $54K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), top state California. 100% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $54,000
- -46.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- -33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $5,400
- -20.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $31,495
- -2.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 100% first-time grantees (10 of 10, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- California (19% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its website describes a Consultant-nomination process. For U.S. nominations, it listed requirements including submission by an active Consultant in good standing, alignment with Norwex’s purpose and core values, a complete form, and a charity that is a 501(c)(3) organization. Applicants were encouraged to provide the charity’s website and supporting materials such as interviews, videos, or photos; personal community-service involvement was invited but was not required. Norwex retained final discretion over allocations.
- Review Cycle
- The website listed May 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CDT as the U.S. nomination deadline. That deadline has passed.
- Deadline
- The website listed May 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
- Contact
Mailing address: 800 W Bethel Rd, Coppell, TX 75019-4422
Website: https://www.norwexfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Healing Odyssey ($10K). Together the top 10 received $54K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 60 grants of 60 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website describes charitable giving to communities across the globe. Its 2024 grants went to organizations in multiple states; the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state were California (19%), Texas (18%), Illinois (14%), the U.S. Virgin Islands (14%), and Ohio (13%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc open to new grantees?
100%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 10 of 10 grantees (100%) were first-time recipients. With only 10 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 10 points. First grants averaged $5K. How we count
- 0% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 65% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $54K (2024) to $155K (2021). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $54K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Healing Odyssey Lake Forest, CA | Support women | $10,000 |
| Camp Aranazau Rockport, TX | Help support Camp | $7,500 |
| Darts for Kids Collinsville, IL | support for children | $7,500 |
| Roc Solid Foundation Chesapeake, VI | Builds hope for kids fighting cancer | $7,500 |
| Always and Furever Spring Hill, KS | Help furry friends | $5,000 |
| Neediest Kids of All Cincinnati, OH | Supports kids in need | $5,000 |
| Sparrow Clubs Bend, OR | Help children that need help with medical needs | $4,000 |
| Sistercare Cayce, SC | Domestic violence Crisis center | $3,500 |
| Bewhaus bakery Madeira, OH | Help non profit bakery | $2,000 |
| House of Hope Dallas, TX | Support for all who seek assistance | $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 | $31,495 | $86,683 | $55,055 | $54,000 | 10 | $54,000 | — | — |
| 2023 | $32,448 | $148,762 | $103,250 | $101,750 | 15 | $103,250 | — | $2,821 |
| 2022 | $40,775 | $123,335 | $160,274 | $147,725 | 13 | $160,274 | $14 | $2,279 |
| 2021 | $54,375 | $44,728 | $167,198 | $154,525 | 15 | $167,198 | — | $6,037 |
| 2020 | $174,739 | $126,708 | $94,388 | $84,999 | 7 | — | — | $8,186 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website describes its aim as creating a brighter future for communities, the environment, and future generations. Its broader Norwex purpose, as described on the website, includes improving quality of life by reducing chemicals in homes and promoting more eco-friendly living.
The 2024 grants show support for organizations working with children, women, people experiencing homelessness, people affected by domestic violence, and animals, among other causes. For example, Neediest Kids of All says its mission is to provide basic necessities for needy children in its area, scholarships for camp experiences, and help with school field-trip costs. The foundation gave the organization $5,000 in 2024.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 10 grants totaling $54,000. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $10,000, with a median of $5,000. The largest awards included $10,000 to Healing Odyssey to support women, and $7,500 each to Camp Aranazau to help support its camp, Darts for Kids for children, and Roc Solid Foundation to build hope for children fighting cancer.
Other 2024 recipients included Always and Furever ($5,000), Neediest Kids of All ($5,000), Sparrow Clubs ($4,000), Sistercare ($3,500), Bewhaus bakery ($2,000), and House of Hope ($2,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Debbie Bolton and Amy Cadora as officers and Fred Bolingbroke as CFO.
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Amy Cadora
Officer
Director → Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Bolton
Officer
Director → Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fred Bolingbroke
CFO
Director → CFO, 2024
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Charlsa Hamner (2020–2023) — Secretary Treasurer
- Former: Sara Warren (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Tami Merica (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Kelly Milner (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Kristi Hubbard (2022) — President
- Former: Amelia Spolec (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Judy Letain (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc
How much does Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc give each year?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc gave $54K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $102K across 15 grants.
What is Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's typical grant size?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $5,400, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc that year got $5K on average.
Where does Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc give grants?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's top state is California, with 19% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Texas (18%) and Illinois (14%).
Does Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 10 grants with a stated purpose on Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's largest grantees?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Healing Odyssey ($10,000), Camp Aranazau ($7,500) and Darts for Kids ($7,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 46% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc reported $31K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $87K.
What does Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc fund?
The foundation’s website describes its aim as creating a brighter future for communities, the environment, and future generations. Its broader Norwex purpose, as described on the website, includes improving quality of life by reducing chemicals in homes and promoting more eco-friendly living. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc?
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes 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 ↑
What is Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's EIN?
Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4977482. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc 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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Grantable. (2026). Norwex Foundation for A Brighter Future Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/norwex-foundation-for-a-brighter-future-inc-morg_34097ff9f37f4a7fa8e9f5e2e34b877d
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