HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION
AI Summary
The Houston Museum District Association is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting cultural institutions within the Houston area. With a total of $2.6 million in grants paid to 11 grantees in 2019, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Houston Museum District Association (HMDA) is dedicated to collaborative efforts that maximize use of the artistic, scientific, and educational resources of Houston Museum District institutions by all citizens of and visitors to Houston.
Cause Areas
2
Museums
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON
Houston, TX
$5M
32%
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Houston, TX
$3.3M
21%
Menil Foundation Inc
Houston, TX
$2.4M
15%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$106.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$112.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION?
No. HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION give?
HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas. 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 MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $106 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION make each year?
In 2019, HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION fund recently?
In 2024, HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and Menil Foundation Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION?
HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.