The Lionel and Cathlene Butler Opportunity Enrichment Scholarship Fund
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 82-2313158 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$11K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$750
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
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
57% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Univ Foundation | Baton Rouge, LA | Scholarship | $6,500 |
| Morehouse College | Atlanta, GA | Scholarship - Jordan Gaddis | $1,000 |
| Univ of CA | Irvine, CA | Scholarship-Kai Tregre | $1,000 |
| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | Gabrielle Johnson | $750 |
| Texas College | Tyler, TX | Scholarship-Brayland Howard | $500 |
| Univ of Oklahoma | Norman, OK | Scholarship- Madyson Campbell | $500 |
| Alvin Community College | Alvin, TX | Scholarship- Jermaine Moore | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,750 | 7 |
| 2024 | $6,500 | 4 |
| 2023 | $7,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621349349102247
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-2313158
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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