The Vanderhider Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 88-4159695 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$369K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$29,150
Total assets$10.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $69,867.
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Houston, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $205,600 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | Houston, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $69,867 |
| Make a Wish | Stafford, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $50,000 |
| Houston Children's Charity | Houston, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $29,150 |
| Houston Musuem of Natural Science | Houston, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $10,000 |
| Cancare Inc | Houston, TX | Supporting general charitable fund | $4,350 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $368,967 | 6 |
| 2023 | $436,068 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532799349100018
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-4159695
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.