Houston Marathon Foundation Grant

Houston Marathon Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Houston Marathon Foundation
Last Updated: February 08, 2026

Summary

The Houston Marathon Foundation Grant supports running-related programs and initiatives, especially those that promote health and fitness in the greater Houston area. Organizations can submit unsolicited Letters of Inquiry, which must be pre-approved before submission. The Foundation prioritizes funding for programs that demonstrate fiscal responsibility and operational integrity, and applications are reviewed quarterly. Additionally, programs aiding elite athlete development outside Houston may also be considered.

Overview

Note: The Foundation accept unsolicited Letters of Inquiry from organizations. All Letters of Inquiry must be pre-approved and discussed with the Houston Marathon Foundation prior to submission. Houston Marathon Foundation The Houston Marathon Foundation is a community organization with local roots. HMF serves the greater Houston area through program management and support of organizations that demonstrate sound fiscal management, efficient operation, and program integrity while promoting an understanding of, access to, and/or participation in running as part of a physical fitness regimen. The mission of the Houston Marathon Foundation is to support the advancement of running as an element of a balanced, healthy lifestyle in the Houston community and nationally. Houston Marathon Foundation Grant Grant Information The Houston Marathon Foundation makes grants in running related programs and initiatives. Programs receiving support include after school running programs, park building, repair or improvement initiatives, health and wellness activities, running event safety and security and the advancement of elite runners and supporting programs.The Foundation does accept unsolicited Letters of Inquiry from organizations. All Letters of Inquiry must be pre-approved and discussed with the Houston Marathon Foundation prior to submission. For pre-approved organizations, there are no deadlines, applications will be reviewed quarterly.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Houston Marathon Foundation primarily supports organizations in the greater Houston area. Programs that support elite athlete development will be considered outside of the Houston area or programs that are national in scale will be considered for funding.