Robert a Welch Foundation 062491
Grantmaking foundation in Houston, Texas · EIN 76-0343128
- Texas
- Houston
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Texas
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $54MTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 69Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $630MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
The Robert A. Welch Foundation Award in Chemistry. The purpose of The Robert A. Welch Award in Chemistry is to foster and encourage basic chemical research and to recognize, in a substantial manner, the value of chemical research contributions for the benefit of humankind as set forth in the will of Robert Alonzo Welch. The founder was interested in chemistry and in its service to both the betterment and the understanding of human life. We also believe this award plays an important role in aiding and strengthening the other programs of the Foundation. In accordance with these principles, the award committee will consider any person who has made important chemical research contributions that have had a significant, positive influence on humankind. We intend that the award recognizes the contributions of an individual who has not previously been recognized in a similar manner.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | $11M | 2025 |
| The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center | $9.7M | 2025 |
| Rice University | $6.8M | 2025 |
| Texas A&M University | $4M | 2025 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | $3.8M | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (69 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
Website: welch1.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.