Funding search · EIN 416031039 · Houston, TX

Apache Foundation

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

234
grants reported
$1.2M
total given
2021–2024
filing years
$2,449
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 20212024. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

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Top recipients

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  • Houston Wilderness2 grants · $72,991
  • Harris County Precinct 34 grants · $65,845
  • City of Houston Parks and Recreatio1 grant · $62,588
  • City of Houston4 grants · $57,145
  • Texas Longleaf Team1 grant · $54,722
  • Treefolks2 grants · $47,178
  • Keep Odessa Beautiful3 grants · $35,981
  • Nola Tree Project3 grants · $30,797
  • Tree New Mexico4 grants · $29,064
  • Keep Midland Beautiful4 grants · $26,339

Giving over time

$276,207
2021
$307,291
2022
$270,500
2023
$307,408
2024

Grant history

The 100 largest of 234 grants.

  • $62,588

    City of Houston Parks and Recreatio · Houston, TX · 2022

    To enhance the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community.

  • $54,722

    Texas Longleaf Team · College Station, TX · 2022

    To restore and enhance one of the most critical and diverse forest ecosystems within the state of Texas.

  • $37,002

    Houston Wilderness · Houston, TX · 2024

    To work with a variety of businesses environmental and government interest to protect and promote the 10 diverse ecoregions of the 13+ county area around Greater Houston Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico including co read all
  • $35,989

    Houston Wilderness · Houston, TX · 2023

    To work with a variety of businesses environmental and government interest to protect and promote the 10 diverse ecoregions of the 13+ county area around Greater Houston Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico including co read all
  • $24,181

    Harris County Precinct 3 · Houston, TX · 2021

    To leave the world a better place through scientific study and practical application of environmentally sound principles of land use planning andtree-planting as a method of carbon sequestration.

  • $23,915

    Treefolks · Austin, TX · 2022

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $23,263

    Treefolks · Austin, TX · 2021

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $21,200

    Texas Longleaf Team Texas a&M Forest Service · College Station, TX · 2024

    To restore and enhance one of the most critical and diverse forest ecosystems within the state of Texas.

  • $17,761

    City of Houston · Houston, TX · 2024

    To focus its proactive legislative efforts on the enhancement of life in Houston through emphasis on public safety and criminal justice initiatives; economic development and increasing jobs; protecting the quality of li read all
  • $17,250

    Friends of the Wildlife Corridor · Alamo, TX · 2022

    To protect our habitat by supporting preserving promoting and enhancing the Santa Ana and Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuges and their use for recreational educational and scientific research purposes.

  • $16,282

    Treefolks · Austin, TX · 2024

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $15,346

    City of Houston · Houston, TX · 2022

    To focus its proactive legislative efforts on the enhancement of life in Houston through emphasis on public safety and criminal justice initiatives; economic development and increasing jobs; protecting the quality of li read all
  • $15,346

    Harris County Precinct 3 · Houston, TX · 2022

    To leave the world a better place through scientific study and practical application of environmentally sound principles of land use planning and tree-planting as a method of carbon sequestration.

  • $14,996

    Keep Odessa Beautiful · Odessa, TX · 2023

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $14,801

    Harris County Precinct 3 · Houston, TX · 2024

    To leave the world a better place through scientific study and practical application of environmentally sound principles of land use planning and tree-planting as a method of carbon sequestration.

  • $14,396

    City of Houston · Houston, TX · 2023

    To focus its proactive legislative efforts on the enhancement of life in Houston through emphasis on public safety and criminal justice initiatives; economic development and increasing jobs; protecting the quality of li read all
  • $14,209

    Harris County Precinct 4 · Spring, TX · 2024

    To improve the communitys appearance through providing leadership and standards of excellence and by bringing the community into balance with ecological and environmental principals.

  • $13,497

    Keep Levelland Beautiful Levelland · Levelland, TX · 2023

    To create support and promote economic opportunities for members investors and community.

  • $12,856

    City of Baytown Parks and Recreation · Baytown, TX · 2021

    To provide the community recreational parks and activities and to establish and maintain the infrastructure to support and promote the economic prosperity of the community.

  • $12,367

    Nola Tree Project · New Orleans, LA · 2023

    To improve protect and sustain the urban canopy of New Orleans by replanting trees educating the community and addressing significant environmental challenges through tree plantings and tree giveaways.

  • $12,243

    Trust for Public Land for Usfws Bayou Teche Natl Refuge · Franklin, LA · 2021

    To create parks and protect land for people ensuring healthy livable communities forgenerations to come.

  • $11,970

    Friends of the Wildlife Corridor · Alamo, TX · 2023

    To protect the habitat by supporting preserving promoting and enhancing the Santa Ana and Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuges and their use for recreational educational and scientific research purposes.

  • $11,827

    Nola Tree Project · New Orleans, LA · 2021

    To replant and replace the tens of thousands of trees destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans LA.

  • $11,517

    Harris County Precinct 3 · Houston, TX · 2023

    To leave the world a better place through scientific study and practical application of environmentally sound principles of land use planning and tree-planting as a method of carbon sequestration.

  • $11,190

    Keep Odessa Beautiful · Odessa, TX · 2022

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $10,797

    Scenic Texas · Austin, TX · 2023

    To help citizens safeguard the scenic qualities of Texas roadways countryside and communities.

  • $10,657

    Scenic Texas · Austin, TX · 2024

    To help citizens safeguard the scenic qualities of Texas roadways countryside and communities.

  • $10,076

    Tree New Mexico · Albuquerque, NM · 2023

    To help communities plant and care for trees in urban areas - large and small - throughout The Land of Enchantment.

  • $9,896

    The City of Shamrock Texas · Shamrock, TX · 2023

    To help maintain a park that is designed for family fun and recreation featuring a variety of amenities to enjoy.

  • $9,795

    City of Alpine · Alpine, TX · 2021

    To provide a safe and hazard-free community. Enforcement of City Codes have been created to protect the citizens. Especially regarding the prevention and elimination of fire health safety and building hazards.

  • $9,795

    Keep Odessa Beautiful · Odessa, TX · 2021

    To empower the citizens of the Odessa community to recycle prevent litter and beautify the community.

  • $9,642

    City of Houston · Houston, TX · 2021

    To focus its proactive legislative efforts on the enhancement of life in Houston through emphasis on public safety and criminal justice initiatives;economic development and increasing jobs; protecting the quality of lif read all
  • $9,183

    Tree New Mexico · Albuquerque, NM · 2021

    To help communities plant and care for trees in urban areas - large and small - throughoutThe Land of Enchantment.

  • $8,952

    Keep Midland Beautiful · Midland, TX · 2022

    To educate and inspire our community to take action to create a clean beautiful and waste-free Midland.

  • $8,952

    Keep San Angelo Beautiful · San Angelo, TX · 2022

    To create awareness and maintain clean green and beautiful spaces through art science and education in our community.

  • $8,940

    Keep Midland Beautiful · Midland, TX · 2024

    To promote public interest in the general improvement of the environment of Laredo and to educate and inspire the community to take action to create a clean beautiful and waste-free.

  • $8,880

    Big Bend Conservation Alliance · Alpine, TX · 2024

    To engage communities in the protection of land dark skies water and culture in the Far West Texas Region.

  • $8,448

    Harris County Precinct 4 Parks Department · Houston, TX · 2021

    To improve the community's appearance through providing leadership and standards of excellence and by bringing the community into balance with ecological and environmental principals.

  • $7,609

    Brec-the Recreation and Park Commis · Baton Rouge, LA · 2022

    To contribute to a healthier more vibrant community by providing exceptional parks open spaces and recreational experiences for all of East Baton Rouge Parish.

  • $7,346

    Keep Brazos Beautiful · Bryan, TX · 2021

    To educate and engage Brazos County citizens to keep our community clean green and beautiful.

  • $6,714

    Big Bend Conservation Alliance · Alpine, TX · 2022

    To conserve the living heritage and unique natural and cultural resource of the greater Big Bend region of Texas.

  • $6,663

    Nola Tree Project · New Orleans, LA · 2022

    To improve protect and sustain the urban canopy of New Orleans by replanting trees educating the community and addressing significant environmental challenges through tree plantings and tree giveaways.

  • $6,603

    Nola Tree Project · New Orleans, LA · 2024

    To improve protect and sustain the urban canopy of New Orleans by replanting trees educating the community and addressing significant environmental challenges through tree plantings and tree giveaways.

  • $6,478

    Houston Botanic Garden · Houston, TX · 2023

    To enrich life through discovery education and conservation of plants and the natural environment.

  • $6,428

    Houston Wilderness · Houston, TX · 2021

    To work with variety of business environmental and government interest to protect and promote the 10 diverse ecoregions of the 13+ county area around Greater Houston Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico including coasta read all
  • $6,369

    Texas Parks and Wildlife · Houston, TX · 2023

    To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

  • $6,122

    City of Edinburg · Edinburg, TX · 2021

    To foster a prospering community and make the world a better place through application of environmentally sound principles of land use and promotion of energy and water efficiency programs.

  • $5,998

    Big Lake Economic Development Corp · Big Lake, TX · 2023

    To enhance and improve the communitys atmosphere and the quality of life for all citizens of Big Lake by offering economic incentives to businesses and any other projects that the Board determines will promote new or ex read all
  • $5,998

    City of Pharr · Pharr, TX · 2023

    To provide a standard of municipal excellence every day. The City of Pharr will consistently lead the region in municipal excellence and innovation.

  • $5,998

    Keep Midland Beautiful · Midland, TX · 2023

    To educate and inspire our community to take action to create a clean beautiful and waste-free Midland.

  • $5,998

    Keep San Angelo Beautiful · San Angelo, TX · 2023

    To create awareness and maintain clean green and beautiful spaces through art science and education in our community.

  • $5,920

    Big Lake Development · Big Lake, TX · 2024

    To become recognized as a community who maintains the small town atmosphere while promoting a positive environment for business growth and quality of life for the citizens of Big Lake and Reagan County Texas.

  • $5,920

    City of Alpine · Alpine, TX · 2024

    To deliver reliable municipal services foster community well-being and promote sustainable growth while preserving the unique character and natural beauty of Alpine.

  • $5,920

    Crcl Coalition To Restsore Coastal Louisiana · New Orleans, LA · 2024

    To facilitate and fund restoration projects through Native Plants Program and Oyster Shell Recycling Program and working diligently to raise awareness and educate others about the importance of preserving and restoring read all
  • $5,920

    Keep Laredo Beautiful · Laredo, TX · 2024

    To inspire and educate the community to improve the environment through litter prevention waste reduction recycling and beautification efforts.

  • $5,627

    Quinta Mazatlan · McAllen, TX · 2022

    To enrich people's lives by sharing knowledge about birds plants and environmental stewardship in South Texas.

  • $5,329

    Tree New Mexico · Albuquerque, NM · 2024

    To help communities plant and care for trees in urban areas - large and small - throughout The Land of Enchantment.

  • $5,328

    Hermits Peak Watershed Alliance · Sapello, NM · 2024

    Toprotect and restore the ecological and cultural heritage of watersheds in the Hermits Peak region through ecological restoration environmental education and community action.

  • $5,328

    La Cosecha Community Supported Agriculture · Albuquerque, NM · 2024

    To provide fresh locally grown produce while fostering a direct connection between farmers and the community promoting sustainable agriculture and healthy living.

  • $5,264

    Texas Longleaf Team - Texas Am for · College Station, TX · 2023

    To restore and enhance one of the most critical and diverse forest ecosystems within the state of Texas.

  • $4,897

    North American Butterfly Association Dba · Mission, TX · 2021

    To focus on educate the public about the value of biodiversity the beauty of the natural world the wonder of butterflies particularly and the powerful role they play in maintaining healthy ecosystem and sustainable food read all
  • $4,890

    Come Into the Outside · San Antonio, TX · 2021

    To focus on preserving protecting and improving environment. Inspire more hope generosity and good. Create connection respect and justice for all.

  • $4,799

    City of Edinburg · Edinburg, TX · 2023

    To improve the quality of life in our community by addressing the needs that ensure a safe and healthy environment for all citizens.

  • $4,799

    Coalition To Restore Coastal Louisi · New Orleans, LA · 2023

    To unite people in action to achieve a thriving sustainable Louisiana coast for all.

  • $4,736

    City of Edinburg · Edinburg, TX · 2024

    To improve the quality of life in our community by addressing the needs that ensure a safe and healthy environment for all citizens.

  • $4,736

    City of McAllen · McAllen, TX · 2024

    To deliver exceptional municipal services enhance quality of life and foster economic growth while preserving McAllens vibrant culture and ensuring a safe welcoming community for all residents and visitors.

  • $4,736

    Pontchartrain Conservancy · New Orleans, LA · 2024

    To drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research education and advocacy.

  • $4,499

    Big Bend Conservation Alliance · Alpine, TX · 2023

    To preserve the natural and cultural resources of Texass greater Big Bent region through research advocacy and education.

  • $4,476

    Keep Levelland Beautiful · Levelland, TX · 2022

    To create support and promote economic opportunities for members investors and community.

  • $4,476

    Tree New Mexico · Albuquerque, NM · 2022

    To help communities plant and care for trees in urban areas - large and small - throughout The Land of Enchantment.

  • $4,476

    Woodlands Conservancy · Belle Chasse, LA · 2022

    To protect and conserve ecologically significant natural areas streams landmarks and cultural resources for current and future generations.

  • $4,440

    City of Andrews · Andrews, TX · 2024

    To empower residents to take responsibility for keeping Andrews beautiful by raising awareness regarding litter control and prevention and engaging them through beautification projects.

  • $4,440

    City of Fort Stockton · Fort Stockton, TX · 2024

    Dedicated to assisting the City Council in establishing a city-wide policy aimed at beautifying Fort Stockton and enhancing the overall environment of the community.

  • $4,440

    Hosuton Botanical Garden · Houston, TX · 2024

    To enrich life through discovery education and conservation of plants and the natural environment.

  • $4,440

    Ksa Parks Foundation Trees for Kingwood · Albuquerque, NM · 2024

    To promote tree education and facilitate tree planting in the Kingwood Texas area.

  • $4,408

    Texas Am Forest Service · College Station, TX · 2021

    To provide statewide leadership and technical assistance to ensure trees forests and related natural resources are sustained for the benefit of all. supports the state's incident response capability protecting against w read all
  • $4,263

    Tpwd Somerville Lake State Park · Somerville, TX · 2024

    To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

  • $4,220

    Texas Am Forest Service · College Station, TX · 2022

    To provide statewide leadership and technical assistance to ensure trees forests and related natural resources are sustained for the benefit of all. Supports the state's incident response capability protecting against w read all
  • $3,837

    Houston Wilderness · Houston, TX · 2022

    To work with a variety of businesses environmental and government interest to protect and promote the 10 diverse ecoregions of the 13+ county area around Greater Houston Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico including co read all
  • $3,826

    Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation Pontchartrain Conservancy · New Orleans, LA · 2021

    To drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research education and advocacy.

  • $3,771

    Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept Martin Dies State Park · Jasper, TX · 2021

    To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

  • $3,700

    Galveston Island Tree Conservancy · Galveston, TX · 2024

    To make lasting connections between Galvestonians and their trees and to establish new sustainable planting programs.

  • $3,673

    Amarillo Parks Recreation · Amarillo, TX · 2021

    To enhance the quality of life for Amarillo citizens through quality Parks Programs and People.

  • $3,673

    Keep San Angelo Beautiful · San Angelo, TX · 2021

    To create awareness and maintain clean green and beautiful spacesthrough art science and education in our community.

  • $3,673

    Whiteface Cisd · Whiteface, TX · 2021

    To lead children to success by providing a challenging curriculum with varied learning opportunities to meet the needs of all students.

  • $3,581

    Iberia Soil and Water Conservation · New Iberia, LA · 2022

    To protect and enhance water quality through land conservation stormwater management technical support to citizens and organizations and conservation education and outreach activities.

  • $3,552

    City of Las Cruces · Las Cruces, NM · 2024

    To provide customer-focused municipal services to residents businesses and guests so they can experience a quality of place to live work and play.

  • $3,552

    Native Plant Society of Texas Fredericksburg Chapter · Fredericksburg, TX · 2024

    To promote conservation research and utilization of native plants and plant habitats of Texas through education outreach and example.

  • $3,359

    City of Las Cruces · Las Cruces, NM · 2023

    To provide customer-focused municipal services to residents businesses and guests so they can experience a "quality of place" to live work and play.

  • $3,336

    Sawmill Community Land Trust · Albuquerque, NM · 2021

    To develop vibrant prosperous neighborhoods through creation and stewardship of permanently affordable housing and sustainable economic opportunities for low-to-moderate-income families.

  • $3,316

    Woodlands Conservancy · Belle Chasse, LA · 2024

    To protect and conserve ecologically significant natural areas streams landmarks and cultural resources for current and future generations.

  • $3,315

    Brec Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge · Baton Rouge, LA · 2024

    To enrich lives through parks recreation and nature - delivering vibrant transformative experiences connecting East Baton Rouge Parish residents to the joy of the outdoors fostering community bonds and stewarding a shar read all
  • $3,223

    Houston Botanic Garden · Houston, TX · 2022

    To enrich life through discovery education and conservation of plants and the natural environment.

  • $3,197

    City of Boerne · Boerne, TX · 2024

    To provide exceptional municipal services foster a safe and welcoming environment and preserve the unique heritage and natural beauty of Boerne while supporting sustainable growth and community engagement.

  • $3,062

    Bayou Vermilion Preservation Association · Lafayette, LA · 2021

    To create awareness of our natural environment by providing education and outreach to the general community about ways to conserve protect and enjoy the Bayou Vermilion Watershed.

  • $3,061

    Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government · Houma, LA · 2021

    To provide complete local government services.

  • $3,061

    Village of Tijeras · Tijeras, NM · 2021

    To provide services and programs for seniors of the Tijeras Community that enhance their dignity support their independence and invite their involvement in community life.

  • $2,998

    Treefolks · Austin, TX · 2023

    To empower citizens of the region to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

  • $2,960

    Buffalo Bayou Partnership · Houston, TX · 2024

    To create and steward a vibrant network of welcoming parks trails and unique public spaces that connect Houstonians with Buffalo Bayou.

  • $2,960

    Fort Stockton Historical Society · Fort Stockton, TX · 2024

    The Fort Stockton Historical Societys primary mission is to oversee the historic fort of Old Fort Stockton which helps to preserve and share the historical heritage with a large number of guests each year.

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