Overview

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Est.

2021

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Houston in Action Network is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Texas. In 2024, it awarded a total of $6.1 million across 84 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To promote civic engagement through education, development, outreach and grant-making.
Total Funding Given
$6.1M
2024
Grantees funded
84
Multi-year grantees
57%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
74
Median 1st year grant
$41K
Median 2nd year grant
$58.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
$198.6K
F
Frances E Valdez
Board Member
M
Melissa Marschall
Board Member
F
Fred Lazare
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Houston in Action Network?
No. Houston in Action Network does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Houston in Action Network give?
Houston in Action Network primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and Illinois. 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 in Action Network’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Houston in Action Network fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $41 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Houston in Action Network make each year?
In 2024, Houston in Action Network awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $6.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Houston in Action Network fund recently?
In 2024, Houston in Action Network awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include West Street Recovery, ORGANIZATION OF CHINESE AMERICANS OF GREATER HOUSTON, and NATIONAL KOREAN AMERICAN SERVICE & EDUCATION CONSORTIUM INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Houston in Action Network?
Houston in Action Network does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.