Houston Marathon Foundation
AI Summary
The Houston Marathon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily within the Houston area. With a total of $75K granted to 34 grantees in 2025, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, offering grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Support running as a healthy lifestyle by providing financial help to local and national orgs.
Cause Areas
4
Health
Running
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Houston Area Parkinson Society
Houston, TX
$85K
9%
THE ARBOR SCHOOL
Houston, TX
$85K
9%
FYIMS INC
Houston, TX
$75K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Houston Marathon Foundation?
No. Houston Marathon Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Houston Marathon Foundation give?
Houston Marathon Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Indiana, and Minnesota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Houston Marathon Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Houston Marathon Foundation fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Houston Marathon Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Houston Marathon Foundation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $75 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Houston Marathon Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Houston Marathon Foundation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Houston Area Parkinson Society, THE ARBOR SCHOOL, and FYIMS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Houston Marathon Foundation?
Houston Marathon Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.