The Freebird Foundation
Historical FunderBellaire, Texas · EIN 27-4984752 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $60,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CURTIS W HUFF PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 4925 LINDEN STREET, BELLAIRE TX 77401 |
| Phone | 7139070674 |
| Form and materials | THERE IS NO SPECIFIC FORM REQUIRED FOR GRANT PURPOSES |
| Deadlines | THERE ARE NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES. |
| Restrictions | THE FREEBIRD FOUNDATION WILL ONLY CONSIDER GRANTS TO 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS. ANY REQUESTS FOR GRANTS SHOULD BE FOCUSED ON PROJECTS AIMED AT SERVING THE POOR AND UNDERPRIVILEGED, PROMOTING SOCIAL JUSTICE AND PEACE, EDUCATION AND THE ARTS. |
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
20% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | Capital campaign for new facility | $400,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | Towards houston food bank's general operations | $100,000 |
| Houston Ballet Foundation | Houston, TX | Towards houston ballet's education and community engagement programs | $80,000 |
| Tejano Center for Community Concerns | Houston, TX | Toward birth to two program | $60,000 |
| Youth Heartline | Taos, NM | Toward creating a safer and better life for vulnerable chidlren and families in the community | $30,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Thomas | Houston, TX | Student housing | $3,500,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | Capital campaign for new facility | $1,600,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | Towards houston food bank's general operations | $400,000 |
| Houston Ballet Foundation | Houston, TX | Towards houston ballet's education and community engagement programs | $320,000 |
| Tejano Center for Community Concerns | Houston, TX | Toward birth to two program | $240,000 |
| Youth Heartline | Taos, NM | Toward creating a safer and better life for vulnerable chidlren and families in the community | $120,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $670,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $175,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601189349101205
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4984752
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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