Grantmaking public charityEIN 741860046
Houston Parks Board
Houston, TX 77024
Total Assets
$97.5M
FY 2023
Annual Giving
$9.9M
FY 2023
Grants Made
3
FY 2023
Avg Grant
$3.3M
FY 2023
Grant Range
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Typical
Deadlines
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Applications
Programs & Activities
Program 1
$9.0MThe Houston Parks Board, in partnership with the Houston Parks Board LGC, works with the City of Houston and other local entities to plan, advocate, acquire, and improve parkland and space, thus providing an equitable distribution of parkland and recreation facilities for Houston's growing communities. Major initiatives include bayou connections, neighborhood park projects, 50/50 Park Partners, and regional parks such as MacGregor Park and Hill at Sims Park.
Program 2
$2.0MIn 2013, the Houston Parks Board, in partnership with Houston Parks Board LGC, Inc. (the LGC), the City of Houston, Harris County Flood Control District, and other entities started a multi-year project identified as the Bayou Greenways program which is focused on the expansion of the City's park system along Houston's nine major bayous. Its purpose is to acquire land along the bayous within the Houston City limits and design and construct linear parks and multi-use trails along the bayous. At its estimated 2027 completion, this project will provide access to over 3,000 acres of green space, 150 plus miles of new trails, improved flood prevention, and equitable access to parks, thus improving the quality of life for all Houstonians.
Program 3
$319KThe Houston Parks Board assists with special projects to promote cultural activities and athletic events and manages trust accounts for City of Houston supported park and community programs.
Focus Areas
Financial Snapshot
2023 filing
Total Revenue
$51.4M
Total Expenses
$27.2M
Giving Over Time
7 years
Total dollars recorded per filing year. Scale adjusts to the foundation's range.
Top Recipients
22 grants
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants
Geographic Focus
1 states
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