Kittsie & Charlie Thomas Family | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 68-0498633
Foundation Overview
Based in Houston, TX, Kittsie & Charlie Thomas Family has awarded 184 grants totaling $1,722,941 to organizations in Texas, California and 7 other states, plus international recipients. Individual grants range from $1 to $70,000, with a median award of $5,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
5 of 13 recipients (38%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
87% of all grants are concentrated in Texas, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Texas, funding concentrates in Houston (92%), Dallas (3%), Brookshire (3%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 76% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on community projects with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Kittsie & Charlie Thomas Family's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Food Bank | $63,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Miller Outdoor Theatre | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $13,500 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Stages | $12,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| American Heart Association | $26,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Nmdp (Be The Match) | $5,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| The Brookwood Community | $10,000 | Brookshire, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Groundwire Ministry | $10,000 | Castle Rock, CO, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Houston Spca | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Monomoy Community Services | $10,000 | Chatham, MA, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| Salvation Army | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2024 |
| American Cancer Society | $3,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Ballet | $5,200 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Food Bank | $59,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $10,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Search | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| First Baptist Academy | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | $250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Professional Fire Fighters | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Judy's Mission | $1,050 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Miller Outdoor Theatre | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Stages | $12,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| The Sanctuary Foster Care Services | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Waiting Under The Willow Foundation | $9,000 | Na, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society | $3,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Ballet | $5,200 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Food Bank | $59,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $10,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Search | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| First Baptist Academy | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | $250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Houston Professional Fire Fighters | $6,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Judy's Mission | $1,050 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Miller Outdoor Theatre | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Stages | $12,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| The Sanctuary Foster Care Services | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| Waiting Under The Willow Foundation | $9,000 | Na, TX, US | Program Support | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society | $30,900 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| American Heart Association | $14,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Christian Community Service Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Ballet | $4,600 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Food Bank | $70,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Joy School | $9,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $10,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Foundation | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Search | $16,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Be The Match | $10,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Brookwood | $15,000 | Brookshire, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Spca | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Theatre Under The Stars | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| University Of St Thomas | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| American Cancer Society | $30,900 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| American Heart Association | $14,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Christian Community Service Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Ballet | $4,600 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Food Bank | $70,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Joy School | $9,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $10,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Foundation | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Search | $16,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Be The Match | $10,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Brookwood | $15,000 | Brookshire, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Spca | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Theatre Under The Stars | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| University Of St Thomas | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| American Cancer Society | $30,900 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| American Heart Association | $14,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Christian Community Service Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Ballet | $4,600 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Food Bank | $70,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Joy School | $9,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $10,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| River Oaks Foundation | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Search | $16,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Be The Match | $10,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Brookwood | $15,000 | Brookshire, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Houston Spca | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Interfaith Ministries | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $4,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Theatre Under The Stars | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| University Of St Thomas | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2022 |
| Aids Foundation Houston | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| American Heart Association | $5,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Caring Friends Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Christian Community Service Center | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Church Of The Holy Trinity | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| First Baptist Academy | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Garden Club Of Houston | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Houston Area Womans Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Houston Ballet | $3,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Houston Food Bank | $35,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Judy's Mission | $16,833 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $15,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $13,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Search | $3,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| The Mission Of Yahweh | $1,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Vita Living | $2,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| American Cancer Society | $7,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| The Center For Pursuit | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Fordge For Families | $1,667 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Champion Ministries Inc Aka Groundwire | $25,000 | Castle Rock, CO, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Hermann Park Conservancy | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Hepp University Of Portland Foundation | $7,500 | Portland, OR, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Houston Professional Fire Fighters | $1,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Joy School | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Miller Outdoor Theatre | $1,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| River Oaks Foundation | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Southern Smoke Foundation | $7,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2021 |
| Aids Foundation Houston | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Alzheimer's Association National Office | $750 | Chicago, IL, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| American Heart Association | $5,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Be The Match | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance | $1,120 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Caring Friends Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Christian Community Service Center | $400 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Church Of The Holy Trinity | $3,600 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Episcopal High School | $7,070 | Bellaire, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| First Baptist Academy | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Garden Club Of Houston | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Holly Hall Retirement Community | $2,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Houston Ballet | $4,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Houston Food Bank | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Houston Area Womans Center | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Judy's Mission | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Queensbury Theatre | $750 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Pepperdine University Seaver College | $5,000 | Malibu, CA, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $7,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Search | $3,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Small Steps | $1,000 | Fremont, CA, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Vita Living | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| The Mission Of Yahweh | $1,250 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Trees Of Hope | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Aids Foundation Houston | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Alzheimer's Association National Office | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| American Cancer Society | $3,750 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Caring Friends Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Easterseals | $1,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Elijah Rising | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Houston Ballet | $3,775 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Houston Food Bank | $10,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Houston Humane Society | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | $975 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Strong Missions Inc | $10,000 | Greenville, SC, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Aids Foundation Houston | $20,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Archway Academy | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Arts In The Armed Forces | $1,250 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance | $3,300 | Stafford, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Caring Friends Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Easterseals | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Episcopal High School | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Elijah Rising | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| The Garden Club Of Houston | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| The Hermann Park Conservancy | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Spaulding For Children | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Houston Ballet | $3,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Houston Food Bank | $16,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Houston Area Parkinson Society | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Life Houston | $3,300 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Prayers Of The People | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | $500 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Search Homeless Services | $1,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| St Thomas High School | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| The Church Of St John The Divine | $1,650 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Spina Bifida Houston Gulf Coast | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Trees Of Hope | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| University Of St Andrews American Foundation Inc | $1,500 | St Andrews, FIFE, UK | Program Support | 2016 |
| Buckeye Partners Lp | $1 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Kittsie & Charlie Thomas Family as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 68-0498633 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2711 SACKETT ST Houston, TX 77098-1123 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Kittsie & Charlie Thomas Family's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Director | Robin Klaes |
|---|---|
| President | Tracy Everist |
| Vice President | Kelly Thomas |
| Secretary/treasurer | Daniel Klaes |
Forms 990-PF
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- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
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