Favrot Fund

EIN 76-0638639 · TX · NTEE T20

Invitation only Typical grant ~$50K Funds in TX, CA, NY +1
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Giving Profile

In 2025, Favrot Fund based in TX paid 20 grants totaling $1M to 20 organizations across 4 states. Individual grants ranged from $10K to $104.4K, with a median of $50K. Its largest recipients included SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF ART, CMC FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL TEXAS AKA DELL CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION, and FOREVER BALBOA PARK. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$12,751,146
Giving (latest yr)
$1,004,400
Filing year
2025
Itemized grants
20
Median grant
$50K
Recipients
20
States reached
4
Officers/trustees
5
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • San Diego Museum of Art$104,400
  • Cmc Foundation of Central Texas AKA Dell Children's Foundation$100,000
  • Forever Balboa Park$100,000
  • The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts$100,000
  • Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation$60,000

Where grants went

  • Texas$560,000 · 11 grants
  • California$304,400 · 6 grants
  • New York$90,000 · 2 grants
  • District of Columbia$50,000 · 1 grant

Grants Paid (20)

San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego, CA
The Mission of the Museum Is to Inspire, Educate, and Cultivate Curiosity Through Great Works of Art. the Purpose of This Grant Is Twofold: $100,000, Which Represents the 3Rd Installment of a 5-Year/$500,000 Grant, Is to Support the Renovation Project; and $4,400 to Support "Art Alive" the Annual Fund Raiser for the Museum, Specifically "Bloom Bash."
$104,400
Cmc Foundation of Central Texas AKA Dell Children's Foundation
Austin, TX
Cmc Foundation of Central Texas Provides Fundraising Support for Dell Children's Medical Center, a Member of Ascension Texas/ascension Seaton, Which Is the Largest Nonprofit Health System IN the U.S. Dell Children's Mission Is to Provide Excellent Care to All Children Who Come to Austin, TX for Treatment Regardless of a Familys Ability to Pay. the Purpose of the Grant Is the Final Installment of a 3-Year Total $250,000 Grant to Assist IN Establishing the First Endowed Nursing Fund Within the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease at Dell Children's Establishing the Amy Greenwood Hemingway Endowed Professorship IN Cardiac Advanced Practice Nursing.
$100,000
The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts
Austin, TX
The College of Liberal Arts Teaches Students to Think Critically and Independently So They Can Thrive IN the World Beyond the Campus. the College Is Dedicated to Promoting Cutting Edge Research That Helps People Better Understand Human History, Society, and Culture. the Purpose of This 3Rd Installment of a 4-Year $250,000 Total Grant Is to Establish and Endow the "Favrot Fellowship IN History."
$100,000
Forever Balboa Park
San Diego, CA
Forever Balboa Park Provides Expertise, Advocacy and Resources to Envision, Enhance and Sustain Balboa Park for All Visitors IN Partnership With the City of San Diego. This Is the 3Rd Installment of a 3-Year $300,000 Total Grant to Be Disbursed at $100,000 Per Year; Each Installment to Be Applied 1) $50,000 to Support Botanical Building and Gardens Operations; and $50,000 Towards General Operational Support.
$100,000
Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation
Houston, TX
The Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation Was Formed IN 1999 to Raise Funds for the Preservation of Historic Glenwood Cemetery (1871) to Pay for Tree and Landscape Maintenance, Repairs and Restoration of Historic Monuments, and Special Projects Like Erosion Control. the Purpose of the Grant Is to Provide Funding As Follows: $50,000 Towards Funding for Section G-1's New Permanent Sheet Retaining Wall; and $10,000 for General Maintenance.
$60,000
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York, NY
The Museum Collects, Conserves, and Exhibits Visual Arts, Supports Research and Promotes Education IN Visual Cultures Around the Globe and Across History. the Purpose of the Grant Is to Support the Public Programs Related to the Reopening of the Museum's Michael Rockefeller Wing IN April 2025.
$50,000
The Nature Conservancy
San Antonio, TX
The Nature Conservancy Is a Global Science-based Non-governmental Organization With a Mission to Conserve the Lands and Waters on Which All Life Depends. Across the Globe Tnc's Preserves and Conservation Projects Serve As Field Labs for Developing the Best Ways to Protect Land, Water and Wildlife. the Purpose of the Grant Is to Support Approximately Half of Tnc's Operational Budget for Texas Hill Country Land Protection and Land Stewardship for 2025. the Remaining Funds Will Be Raised From Private Donors Throughout the State.
$50,000
Imidido Project FBO Heart and Sole Africa
Mason, TX
The Mission of Heart and Sole Africa Is to Eradicate Prodoconiosis (Podo), a Non-infectious, Tropical Lymphoedema Caused by Many Years of Barefoot Contact With Red Clay Soil of Volcanic Origin IN Highland Tropical Regions, Through Compassionate Service, Health Education, and Community Empowerment. the Purpose of This 3Rd Installment of a 3-Year Total $150,000 Grant Is to Help Fund Heart and Sole Africa's Continuing Efforts to Focus on Upscaling Services IN Rwanda While Designing a Successful Podo Prevention and Treatment Model to Expand Podo Services IN Other Endemic Countries With the Ultimate Goal of Complete Integration IN Existing Healthcare Systems to Support the Shared Vision of "a World Without Podo."
$50,000
Levanta Ministries
Aledo, TX
Levanta Ministries Serves Communities IN the Dominican Republic IN 3 Main Areas: Educational Programs; Community Assistance; and Spiritual Needs. It Operates Through 12 Paid Staff (Acting As Teachers, Bible Study Leaders, Community Activities Assistants, an Artisan Program Leader, and a Housekeeper/cook), a 5-Member Volunteer U.s.-based Board of Directors, a Local 7-Member Volunteer Board of Directors, and More Than 20 Additional Volunteers IN the Dr. the Purpose of This Grant Is to Provide Funding to the Existing Basketball Program Allowing Levanta Ministries to Employ a Levanta Staff Member, Hire a Coach, Fund Tournaments and Basketball Camps, Provide Transportation, and Purchase Necessary Equipment Such As Basketballs, Jerseys, Shoes, Etc.
$50,000
Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Houston, TX
The Objective of the Mfa Is to Serve All People by Pursuing Excellence IN Art Through Collection, Exhibition, and Education by Bringing Art Into the Everyday Life of All Houstonians. the Purpose of the Grant Is to Assist IN Funding the 2025-26 Exhibition: "the Arts at the Time of Trajan; 98-117 Ad."
$50,000
The National Trust for Historic Preservation
Washington, DC
The National Trust Is Dedicated to Conserving the Architectural and Cultural History of the United States. the Purpose of This Grant Is (1) $30,000 to Augment the Jaf Fund for Historic Preservation; and (2) $20,000 for the 2025 "Past Forward" Annual Nthp Conference.
$50,000
The Uc Santa Barbara Foundation
Santa Barbara, CA
The Ucsb Foundation Manages Funds to Support the Educational Mission and Programs of the University of California, Santa Barbara. the Purpose of the Grant Is to Provide Funds to Support the Graduate Enrichment Fund Which Supports Students IN the Department of History of Art & Architecture With Research Monies to Advance Their Professional Development.
$40,000

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Favrot Fund does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

Favrot Fund is classified as a Arts, Culture & Humanities funder. Museums, performing arts, cultural institutions, and the humanities. Its recent grants reached organizations across 4 states.

In its most recent filing, Favrot Fund reported 20 itemized grants totaling $1M. Individual grants ranged from $10K to $104.4K (median $50K).

Recent recipients include SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF ART, CMC FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL TEXAS AKA DELL CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION, FOREVER BALBOA PARK, among 20 organizations in total. The full grant list is on this page.

Favrot Fund is a private foundation based in Texas, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

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