Pema Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 30-0039844 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$774K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$206,288
Total assets$106K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $154,743 and $206,289.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Support for work to end violent conflict and build healthy, safe, and just societies | $206,289 |
| Tides Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Support for faith communities to confront polarization | $206,289 |
| Tides Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Support for education regarding civic engagement and democracy | $206,288 |
| Tides Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Support for revitalization of american democracy | $154,743 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $773,609 | 4 |
| 2024 | $7,269,382 | 13 |
| 2023 | $1,032,291 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622109349100302
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-0039844
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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