The Cockrell Foundation
Historical FunderHouston, Texas · EIN 74-6076993 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $30,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Margaret Baker The Cockrell Foundat |
|---|---|
| Address | 3737 Buffalo Speedway 1100, Houston TX 77098 |
| Phone | 7132097500 |
| www.cockrellfoundation.org | |
| Form and materials | The Cockrell Foundation accepts online grant applications only. See the Foundation's website (www.cockrellfoundation.org) for the specific information requested to be included with an application. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Grants are made primarily in Houston, Texas. No grants are made to organizations outside of the US or out of Texas unless the purpose of the grant is to benefit a Houston, Texas project. Limited funds are available for grants outside of Houston and such grant requests are discouraged. |
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
5% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Foundation | Austin, TX | Support Cockrell Endowments scholarships and professorships | $4,016,163 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Houston, TX | Support the Virginia Harris Cockrell Presidential Initiative Fund Endowment | $3,193,232 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | Houston, TX | Support the Virginia and Ernest Cockrell, Jr. Permanently Restricted Endowment | $1,693,232 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Houston, TX | Support the Virginia and Ernest Cockrell, Jr. Permanently Restricted Endowment | $1,683,232 |
| Kids' Meals Inc | Houston, TX | General support | $30,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Austin, TX | Support the Cockrell Scholars Dinner | $23,764 |
| Grace Bible Church | Houston, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | Houston, TX | Support art installation and education programs with HMNS | $20,000 |
| Houston's Amazing Place Inc | Houston, TX | Amazing Together Campaign, grow scholarship fund, build endowment | $20,000 |
| Kinkaid School Inc | Houston, TX | Support the All-In Campaign | $20,000 |
| Second Baptist Church | Houston, TX | Support Second Loves Kids | $20,000 |
| The Brookwood Community Inc | Brookshire, TX | Support Frank Tucker's Team | $20,000 |
| The WorkFaith Connection | Houston, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Houston, TX | Support the Virginia and Ernest Cockrell, Jr. Permanently Restricted Endowment | $10,000 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable Inc | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Austin, TX | Support the CSE Engineering Advisory Board Dean's Fund | $5,000 |
| Kids' Meals Inc | Houston, TX | General support - matching program | $4,050 |
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | General support - matching program | $103 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,808,776 | 18 |
| 2023 | $10,517,833 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533179349103913
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6076993
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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