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The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts

Houston, Texas  ·  EIN 742060976  ·  Private foundation

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts is a Texas-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $3.5M in annual giving against $80.1M in assets. This page documents the 187 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$3.5M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$80.1M
Total assets
187
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts funds

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, disability services, education, substance use & recovery, youth development.

Arts & CultureDisability ServicesEducationSubstance Use & RecoveryYouth Development

Populations it has supported include low-income communities, youth pop.

low-income communitiesyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Alley Theatre
Toward general operating support and future campaign.
Houston, TX$1.7M2024
The Foundation for Jones Hall
Overture to the Future: A Campaign for Jones Hall
Houston, TX$1.5M2023
Houston Grand Opera Assoc
Prod support & Hrnc Harvey ast
Houston, TX$1.2M2018
Alley Theatre
Operating support & Hrcn Harvey ast
Houston, TX$1.1M2018
Houston Ballet Foundation
Operating support & Hrnc Harvey ast
Houston, TX$1.1M2018
Houston Symphony Society
Operating support
Houston, TX$1.0M2020
Alley Theatre
Operating support
Houston, TX$800K2020
Alley Theatre
Operating support
Houston, TX$700K2022
Houston Symphony Society
Operating support & Hrnc Harvey ast
Houston, TX$675K2018
Houston Ballet Foundation
Operating support
Houston, TX$625K2020
Houston Ballet Foundation
Operating support
Houston, TX$600K2022
Miller Theatre Advisory Board
To support Capital Campaign to renovate, modernize and update Theater
Houston, TX$600K2023
Houston Ballet Foundation
Support for the 2024-2025 season and The Little Mermaid
Houston, TX$400K2024
Houston Grand Opera Association
To support the production of The Sound of Music and HGO-HPB Collaboration on Public Performances
Houston, TX$300K2024
Houston Symphony Society
Toward general operating support and to support Music Directors
Houston, TX$300K2024

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$5.2M
2020$3.5M
2022$3.2M
2023$3.9M
2024$3.9M

How to apply for funding from The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts

Does The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts accept grant applications?
The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts fund?
The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Alley Theatre, The Foundation for Jones Hall, Houston Grand Opera Assoc. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts give in grants?
The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts reported $3.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $19.8M over 187 grants.
Where is The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts located?
The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts is based in Houston, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 742060976.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.