The Helm Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 76-0419884 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$195K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
12% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everybody's Place | Bacliff, TX | General fund | $45,000 |
| Quillian Center | Houston, TX | General fund | $40,000 |
| The Samaritan Center | Houston, TX | General fund | $30,000 |
| Neighbors in Action | Houston, TX | General fund | $25,000 |
| Tomagwa Ministries Inc | Tomball, TX | General fund | $25,000 |
| Duke University | Durham, NC | Education | $15,000 |
| Marbridge Foundation | Manchaca, TX | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal School | Austin, TX | Education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $195,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $215,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543159349100629
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 76-0419884
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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