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Kinder Foundation

Houston, Texas  ·  EIN 760519073  ·  Private foundation

Kinder Foundation is a Texas-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $50.6M in annual giving against $130.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 299 grants for Kinder Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.

$50.6M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$130.1M
Assets (FY2020)
299
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What Kinder Foundation funds

Kinder Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, health care, higher education, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationHealth CareHigher EducationK-12 EducationYouth Development

Populations it has supported include foster youth.

foster youth

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
Buffalo Bayou Partnership
PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN
Houston, TX$16.7M2022
Buffalo Bayou Partnership
PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN
Houston, TX$15.8M2024
Buffalo Bayou Partnership
PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN
Houston, TX$15.8M2023

How to apply for funding from Kinder Foundation

Kinder 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 kinderfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Kinder Foundation

Does Kinder Foundation accept grant applications?
Kinder 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 Kinder Foundation fund?
Kinder Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Buffalo Bayou Partnership. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Kinder Foundation give in grants?
Kinder Foundation reported $50.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $217.5M over 299 grants.
Where is Kinder Foundation located?
Kinder Foundation is based in Houston, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 760519073.
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About this profile. This page is built from Kinder 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 Kinder Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.