The Carolyn J and Robert J Allison Jr Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 76-0539246 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2M
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$27M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $200,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Texas Food Bank | Austin, TX | Charitable support | $600,000 |
| Marbridge Foundation | Manchaca, TX | Charitable support | $503,100 |
| UT Health Houston | Houston, TX | Charitable support | $400,000 |
| Texsar | Wimberley, TX | Charitable support | $200,000 |
| Advent Presbyterian Church | Spring, TX | Charitable support | $142,500 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Washington, DC | Charitable support | $50,000 |
| South Central Texas Prescribed Burn Association | Brenham, TX | Charitable support | $50,000 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | Phoenix, AZ | Charitable support | $15,000 |
| CO2 Coalition | Arlington, VA | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| 100 Club Survivors Fund | Houston, TX | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow | Washington, DC | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Depelchin Children's Center | Houston, TX | Charitable support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,985,600 | 12 |
| 2024 | $844,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $3,522,250 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630989349100708
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 76-0539246
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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