Brown Foundation Inc
Grantmaking foundation in Houston, Texas · EIN 74-6036466
- Texas
- Houston
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Texas
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $96MTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 217Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $1.1BLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
Funds spent to preserve and rehabilitate over 6,000 acres of freshwater marsh on the Texas Gulf Coast damaged by saltwater intrusion from a levee breach resulting from Hurricane Harvey and other significant rain events. The rehabilitation of the marsh, which is held for conservation purposes, will promote the return of native grasses, birds, fish, and wildlife.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | $22M | 2025 |
| Harris Health Strategic Fund | $10M | 2025 |
| Precinct4Forward | $7.5M | 2025 |
| YES Prep Public Schools | $7M | 2025 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | $6M | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (217 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
Website: www.brownfoundation.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.