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Houston Arts Alliance

Houston Arts Alliance

Houston, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
74-1946756
Regional Funder
Logo for "Houston Arts Alliance"

Houston Arts Alliance

Houston, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
74-1946756
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1977

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Houston Arts Alliance is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Texas, with additional support extending to organizations in Washington, D.C., and New York. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) promotes, encourages and sustains the development of arts and culture in Houston and Harris County, serving the diverse communities and visitors to the region.
Total Funding Given

$12.4M

2024
Grantees funded
349
Multi-year grantees
66%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

128

Median 1st year grant
$11.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$20.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Louise Upshaw-McClenny
Board Member
L
Lauren Anderson
Board Member
A
Andrew Davis
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Houston Arts Alliance?
No. Houston Arts Alliance does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Houston Arts Alliance give?
Houston Arts Alliance primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, District Of Columbia, and New York. 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 Arts Alliance’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Houston Arts Alliance fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Houston Arts Alliance make each year?
In 2024, Houston Arts Alliance awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $12.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Houston Arts Alliance fund recently?
In 2024, Houston Arts Alliance awarded grants to about 350 grantees. Recent grantees include Houston Ballet Foundation, THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON, and Houston Symphony Society. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Houston Arts Alliance?
Houston Arts Alliance does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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