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Houston Public Library Foundation

Houston, Texas  ·  EIN 741926301  ·  Private foundation

Houston Public Library Foundation is a private foundation based in Houston, Texas. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $3.4M in grants paid and $21.6M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 8 individual grants from this funder — $17.2M awarded across 2017–2025 — including its support for libraries & literacy. This public overview includes selected grant examples.

$3.4M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$21.6M
Assets (FY2020)
8
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What Houston Public Library Foundation funds

Houston Public Library Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on libraries & literacy.

Libraries & Literacy

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Houston Public Library
SUPPORT ACTIVITIES & OPERATIONS
Houston, TX$3.4M2020
Houston Public Library
SUPPORT ACTIVITIES & OPERATIONS
Houston, TX$2.8M2018
Houston Public Library
SUPPORT ACTIVITIES & OPERATIONS
Houston, TX$2.7M2019

How to apply for funding from Houston Public Library Foundation

Houston Public Library Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at houstonlibraryfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Houston Public Library Foundation

Does Houston Public Library Foundation accept grant applications?
Houston Public Library Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Houston Public Library Foundation fund?
Houston Public Library Foundation's grants focus on libraries & literacy. Example recipients include Houston Public Library. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Houston Public Library Foundation give in grants?
Houston Public Library Foundation reported $3.4M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $17.2M over 8 grants.
Where is Houston Public Library Foundation located?
Houston Public Library Foundation is based in Houston, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 741926301.
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About this profile. This page is built from Houston Public Library Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Houston Public Library Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.