The DeBakey Medical Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 74-6053822 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$4.4M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$98.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $701,166.
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | New Medical School agreement | $2,056,218 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | Baylor Surgery Department | $701,166 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | Cullen Tower | $701,166 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | George P. Noon, M.D. Endowed Chair in Surgery | $500,000 |
| The John P McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science | Houston, TX | Supporting the Michael E. DeBakey Cell Lab | $200,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Houston, TX | DeBakey Cardiovascular Surgery Fund | $150,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | Michael E. DeBakey Excellence in Research Awards | $50,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Houston, TX | DeBakey Summer Student Program | $40,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,398,550 | 8 |
| 2024 | $3,939,736 | 9 |
| 2023 | $3,645,450 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602549349100520
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6053822
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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