RWH Foundation
RWH Foundation is a private family foundation based in Austin, Texas. Established in 1993, it operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with a focus on philanthropic giving to preselected charitable organizations.
Key facts about RWH Foundation
- EIN
- 74-2707482
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $263,485
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- Average grant
- $7,319
- Median grant
- $5,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 17% first-time grantees (6 of 36, 2024)
- Total assets
- $4,180,606
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- RWH Foundation operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who RWH Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for RWH Foundation's 36 itemized 2024 grants were Texas (100%). The most frequent recipient cities were Austin, TX (29 grants). 3% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Support Organization's Purposes" (25 grants).
Is RWH Foundation open to new grantees?
17%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 36 grantees (17%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $8K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 72% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+5%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). 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 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$4.2M
-1.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$263K
+8.6% YoY
Grant Count
36
-16.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$7K
+29.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, RWH Foundation reported a distributable amount of $268K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation gives primarily to 501(c)(3) organizations. While specific subject areas are not formally designated, historical giving patterns indicate support for education, human services, youth programs, and food assistance initiatives.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$5,000
Average Grant
$6,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds primarily in Texas, with a geographic restriction to in-state giving. Specific cities supported include Austin, Dallas, and Houston. Limited giving also extends to Washington, D.C.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 36 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $4.2 million (as of most recent filing)
- Annual Revenue: $299,291 to $738,000
- Annual Expenses: $308,752
- Giving Rate: Approximately 5.7% of assets
- IRS Ruling Year: 1995
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,180,606 | $4,245,226 | $4,254,687 |
| Revenue | $274,576 | $299,291 | $176,630 |
| Expenses | $343,970 | $308,752 | $319,095 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $270,322 | $248,133 | $255,242 |
| Net Investment Income | $224,426 | $240,556 | $119,939 |
| Distributable Amount | $267,692 | $242,707 | $252,066 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- 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 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
210 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Central Texas Food Bank ($43,000), Hope House of Austin ($20,315), Fellowship of Christian Athletes ($15,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL TEXAS FOOD BANK Austin, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES | $43,000 |
| HOPE HOUSE OF AUSTIN Liberty Hill, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES/ROOF REPAIR | $20,315 |
| FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES Spicewood, TX | TITLE SPONSORSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT | $15,000 |
| THE SAFE ALLIANCE Austin, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES | $15,000 |
| HILL COUNTRY CONSERVANCY Austin, TX | VIOLET CROWN TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS/AUSTIN AREA AND TRICOUNTY | $14,700 |
| CAPITAL AREA COUNCIL BSA Austin, TX | F23 2023 FRIENDS OF SCOUTING THUNDERBIRD TOM WOOTEN SOCIETY | $10,000 |
| MEALS ON WHEELS Austin, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES | $10,000 |
| PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN Austin, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES | $10,000 |
| WONDERS AND WORRIES INC Austin, TX | NO WORRIES CLASSIC | $10,000 |
| CREATIVE ACTION Austin, TX | TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSES | $9,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by a volunteer team of four officers working part-time without compensation:
- Craig Hughes – President
- M. Gail Hughes – Vice President
- Ken Jones – Treasurer
- Lynn Sparks – Secretary
- Karyn Buchanan – Principal Officer
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craig Hughes | President | 0.25 | — |
| M Gail Hughes | Vice President | 0.25 | — |
| Ken Jones | Treasurer | 0.5 | — |
| Lynn Sparks | Secretary | 0.5 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 901 S Mopac Expy Bldg 3, Suite 550 Austin, TX 78746-5776
Phone: (512) 505-4121
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RWH Foundation fund?
The foundation gives primarily to 501(c)(3) organizations. While specific subject areas are not formally designated, historical giving patterns indicate support for education, human services, youth programs, and food assistance initiatives.
How do I apply for a grant from RWH Foundation?
RWH Foundation operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does RWH Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds primarily in Texas, with a geographic restriction to in-state giving. Specific cities supported include Austin, Dallas, and Houston. Limited giving also extends to Washington, D.C.
What size grants does RWH Foundation award?
In 2024, RWH Foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $263K — an average of about $7K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is RWH Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, RWH Foundation reported a distributable amount of $268K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is RWH Foundation's EIN?
RWH Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-2707482. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does RWH Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.