D Sterling Margolis Family Foundation
Historical FunderHouston, Texas · EIN 31-6068719 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MICHAEL MARGOLIS |
|---|---|
| Address | 121 N POST OAK LANE SUITE 1306, HOUSTON TX 77024 |
| Phone | 9173552626 |
| Form and materials | NO FORM REQUIRED; CONTRIBUTIONS BASED ON MERIT OF ORGANIZATION |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
86% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Council of the United States | Washington, DC | General | $50,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Cleveland, OH | General | $50,000 |
| The Society of Four Arts | Palm Beach, FL | General | $45,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Houston | Houston, TX | General | $35,000 |
| Friends of Idf | New York, NY | General | $31,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | General | $25,000 |
| Eagles Autism Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | General | $25,000 |
| Jewish Community Foundation | San Diego, CA | General | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Synagogue | Palm Beach, FL | General | $15,000 |
| Historical Society of Palm Beach County | West Palm Beach, FL | General | $14,400 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | Houston, TX | General | $11,687 |
| American Friends of Hebrew University | Fort Lauderdale, FL | General | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Houston, TX | General | $10,000 |
| Kravis Center for Performing Arts | West Palm Beach, FL | General | $10,000 |
| Institute for a Secure America | Washington, DC | General | $7,500 |
| Israel Advocacy Group | Springhouse, PA | General | $5,000 |
| Israel Tennis & Education Center | Deerfield Beach, FL | General | $5,000 |
| Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation | West Palm Beach, FL | General | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | General | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Southington, CT | General | $700 |
| Temple Israel | Dayton, OH | General | $600 |
| Spirit Media Gives | Raleigh, NC | General | $515 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $386,402 | 22 |
| 2024 | $357,250 | 21 |
| 2023 | $344,500 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621269349100412
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-6068719
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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