Private foundation · EIN 75-2695524 · Tyler, Texas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Health Foundation of East Texas

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 3 grants paid, $7.5M total, median $6,000. 100% of grants stayed in Texas.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
3
$7.5M
Median grant
$6,000
Stays in TX
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$186M

Grants paid in 2024

3 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
University of Texas Health ScienceTyler, TXMedical school$7.5M
Mosaic Counseling CenterTyler, TXAssistance$6,000
Tyler Area Business Education CouncTyler, TXSupport$2,500

About this foundation

Health Foundation of East Texas is a private grantmaking foundation in Tyler, Texas, tax-exempt since 2020. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Health Foundation of East Texas accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Health Foundation of East Texas give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $7.5M across 3 grants, a median of $6,000.

Where does Health Foundation of East Texas give?

Texas (3 grants), per its latest filing.

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