George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Grant

The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, established in 1954, supports education, arts, scientific projects, and religious advancement in Texas. With over $132.2 million awarded in grants and scholarships, it aids qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and institutions. The Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community welfare through various initiatives, including scholarships for students and funding for medical and research institutions. Its commitment to charitable causes has made a significant impact over its 70 years of service.

Under the direction of Mary Josephine Hamman, the Foundation was formed on May 20, 1954. The Foundation was established to:
give assistance to students in the pursuit of higher education through scholarships; to promote the arts; to fund qualified institutions in the furtherance and development of scientific projects; to aid churches, associations and conventions of churches in the advancement of religion; to aid colleges and universities in both operating and capital needs; to provide aid for the needy; and to assist hospitals, medical colleges and research institutions for the study, treatment and cure of disease.
The Foundation has awarded $132.2 million in grants and scholarships over its 70 years of service to the community.
The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation is a Texas chartered non-profit corporation under the Internal Revenue Code Section 509(a) and is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3).

Eligibility

We fund education, scientific, medical, charitable and religious organizations within the State of Texas who are qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.