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THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION

THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION

HOUSTON, TX, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
76-0528032
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION

HOUSTON, TX, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
76-0528032
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

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The Underwood Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in Texas and California. With a total of $950K in grants paid to seven grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$950K

2024
Grantees funded
7
Multi-year grantees
43%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$225K
Median 2nd year grant
$550K
C
Catherine Underwood Murray
Board Member
D
Duncan K Underwood
Board Member
D
David M Underwood Jr
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION?
No. THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION give?
THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas and California. 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 THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $225 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $950 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include TRUSTEES OF PHILLIPS ACADEMY, EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL, and FAITH ACADEMY OF BELLVILLE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION?
THE UNDERWOOD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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