Tellepsen Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 74-1176983 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$15K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$339K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,500.
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
15% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Church | Houston, TX | Religious activities | $3,500 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma Fnow | Houston, TX | Educational activities | $2,000 |
| The University of Texas | Austin, TX | Educational activities | $2,000 |
| Lords of Streets Mission (Lots) | Houston, TX | Religious activities | $1,500 |
| Camp Allen | Navasota, TX | Civic activities | $1,450 |
| Ga Tech Scholarship | Atlanta, GA | Educational activities | $1,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | Houston, TX | Religious activities | $1,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | Houston, TX | Youth activities | $771 |
| Norwegan Seamans Church | Houston, TX | Religious activities | $500 |
| Positive Black Male Assoc (Pema) | Houston, TX | Civic activities | $500 |
| Hope Center | Houston, TX | Health activities | $250 |
| Morningstar Ministry | Lawrence, KS | Religious activities | $250 |
| Workfaith | Houston, TX | Religious activities | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,971 | 13 |
| 2024 | $24,600 | 6 |
| 2023 | $55,834 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600729349101060
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-1176983
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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