The Malcolm C Damuth Foundation
Invitation OnlyAustin, Texas · EIN 20-3673795 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$280K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$22,000
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $25,000.
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
41% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Audubon Society | Houston, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $40,000 |
| The Arc of Appalachia | Bainbridge, OH | To support the organization's purpose | $30,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy Texas | San Antonio, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $28,000 |
| International Crane Foundation | Baraboo, WI | To support the organization's purpose | $25,000 |
| The Conservation Fund | Arlington, VA | To support the organization's purpose | $25,000 |
| Native Prairie Association of Texas | Manchaca, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $25,000 |
| The Frontera Land Alliance | El Paso, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $22,000 |
| Friends of Brazoria Wildlife Refuges | Lake Jackson, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $20,000 |
| Wildlife Habitat Federation | Cat Springs, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $20,000 |
| National Audubon Society | New York, NY | To support the organization's purpose | $20,000 |
| The Cradle of Texas Conservatory | Wimberly, TX | To support the organization's purpose | $15,000 |
| The Aiken Land Conservancy | Aiken, SC | To support the organization's purpose | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $280,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $190,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641979349100219
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3673795
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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