Recipient List
Since its inception, the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation has granted more than 6,900 requests to distribute over $100 million to organizations in need.
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Hands of Justice $10,000Spring, TXTowards support of providing survivor advocacy and support, economic empowerment, and community awareness of human trafficking.
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Harbor Christian Academy $25,000Houston, TXTowards support of existing to glorify God by providing a classical education to students of varied backgrounds.
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The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park $25,000Houston, TXTowards support of museum exhibition support.
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Hermann Park Conservancy $25,000Houston, TXTowards support of Stewardship Programs.
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Hillel at UNM $5,000Albuquerque, NMTowards support of enhancing Jewish life on campus, through Shabbat dinners, classes, advocacy, and social events. Assisting students facing antisemitism and welcome Jewish students from all affiliations and those interested in this ancient faith.
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Holocaust Remembrance Association $100,000Kingwood, TXTowards support of the Holocaust Garden of Hope.
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Hoover Institution $20,000Stanford, CATowards support of seeking to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all mankind.
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Hope and Healing Center & Institute $15,000Houston, TXTowards support of improving access to care for individuals and families affected by mental illness through education, training, clinical & supportive services, and research.
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Hope for Three $5,000Sugar Land, TXTowards support of walking alongside and supporting families on their autism journey.
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Houston Achievement Place $15,000Houston, TXTowards support of the matching Capacity Building Grant.
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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center $20,000Houston, TXTowards support of providing education about the natural environment to people of all ages and to protect and enhance the Arboretum as a haven and as a sanctuary for native plants and animals.
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Houston Area Parkinson Society $20,000Houston, TXTowards support of using a whole human approach to community building to reduce the fear and isolation associated with a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
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Houston Audubon Society $5,000Houston, TXTowards support of nature- based education, outreach, and community-based programming.
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Houston Ballet $15,000Houston, TXTowards support of inspiring a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs.
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Houston Children's Charity $20,000Houston, TXTowards support of the A Better Night's Sleep Program.
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Houston Coalition for Life $20,000Houston, TXTowards support of the Maternal Assistance Program and Curriculum of Life.
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Houston Food Bank $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of distribution of nutritious meals through hunger -relief agencies in Houston and Southeast Texas and to provide programs and services aimed at helping families achieve long-term stability.
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Houston Friendship Circle $7,500Houston, TXTowards support of creating a supportive community for children and adults with special needs, their families and volunteers, as well as members of the community struggling with their mental health, giving them the opportunity to unearth their potential, make positive life choices, and realize their dreams.
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Houston Grand Opera $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of the Houston Grand Opera Partnership with Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston.
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Houston Habitat For Humanity $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of new home construction through the Affordable Homeownership Program.
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Houston Health Foundation $7,500Houston, TXTowards support of the Basics Houston.
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Houston Hillel, Inc. $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of graduate student programming.
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Houston Hospice $15,000Houston, TXTowards support of providing uncompromising, compassionate, end-of-life care to patients and families across 13 counties in Texas.
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Houston Legal Aid Center $5,000Cypress, TXTowards support of providing redeeming justice for the poor, vulnerable, and victimized.
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Houston Symphony $20,000Houston, TXTowards support of the Recording Studio.
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Houston ToolBank $7,500Houston, TXTowards support of providing community-based organizations with tools, equipment, and expertise to empower their most ambitious goals.
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Houston Youth Symphony $2,500Houston, TXTowards support of recruiting, educating, developing and nurturing young musicians and providing them the opportunity to train under professional musicians and perform in professionally conducted concerts.
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The HUB Houston $8,000Houston, TXTowards support of serving neurodiverse teenagers and young adults as they navigate their personal journey through academics, employability, community involvement, and care.
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Incarnate Word Academy $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of the IWA Annual Fund.
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Independent Women's Forum $10,000Winchester, VATowards support of developing and advancing policies that are more than just well-intended, but actually enhance people’s freedom, opportunities, and well-being.
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Inspiration Ranch $38,000Magnolia, TXTowards support of the Capital Campaign and the Equine-Assisted Therapeutic Riding Program.
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Intercollegiate Studies Institute $25,000Wilmington, DETowards support of the 2025- 26 Texas Liberty Educational Initiative.
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Interfaith Caring Ministries $2,500League City, TXTowards support of the Rent and Utilities Program.
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Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston $10,000Houston, TXTowards support of Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston and Galveston County.
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Israel365 $17,500Columbus, OHTowards support of the Young Leadership Development Program.
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Italian Cultural & Community Center of Houston $5,000Houston, TXTowards support of the Milford House 21st Century Revitalization Project Fund.
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James A. Baker Institute for Public Policy $25,000Houston, TXTowards support of local policy research at the Baker Institute's Center for Public Finance.
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Jerusalem Peacebuilders $10,000Milford, CTTowards support of the Discovery Interfaith Peace & Leadership Institute for Youth.
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Jewish Institute for National Security of America $101,067Washington, DCTowards support of a project to advance the case for the establishment of a U.S. Military Base in Israel.
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Joan and Stanford Alexander Jewish Family Service $200,000Houston, TXTowards support of the Career and Employment Center Endowment.