Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990PF for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2025
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2025, or tax year beginning 01 - 01 2025, and ending 12 - 31, 20 25
Name of foundation
KINDER FOUNDATION
 
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address) 2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
  Room/suite
City or town
HOUSTON
State or province
TX
Country  
ZIP or foreign postal code
77019
A Employer identification number

76-0519073
B Telephone number (see instructions)

7135295537
C
G Check all that apply:

D 1. Foreign organizations, check here.............
2. Foreign organizations meeting the 85%
test, check here and attach computation ...
E
H Check type of organization:
F
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)$330,532,872J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 62,065,000
2 Check .................
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments      
4 Dividends and interest from securities... 6,189,868 6,189,868  
5a Gross rents............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 33,986,486
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 121,044,992
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 33,986,486
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
21,699 9,821  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 102,263,053 40,186,175  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 976,026 22,084   953,942
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 38,723 0   38,723
15 Pension plans, employee benefits....... 35,735 0   35,735
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
100,506 0   100,506
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
29,788 14,894   14,894
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
199,842 0   199,842
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
1,012,152 140,559   69,593
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
10,609 0  
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
1,296,186 1,006,673   289,513
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 3,699,567 1,184,210   1,702,748
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 67,139,744 67,139,744
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 ................ 70,839,311 1,184,210   68,842,492
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 31,423,742
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 39,001,965
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.) 		Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............. 20,511,849 8,598,243 8,598,243
2 Savings and temporary cash investments.........      
3 Accounts receivable  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts        
4 Pledges receivable  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule)  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges..........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule).......      
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule)        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule).......... 152,839,100 Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
204,706,929 		321,899,650
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis 447,467
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) 412,488 8,493 Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
34,979 		34,979
15 Other assets (describe )      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 173,359,442 213,340,151 330,532,872
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable.................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe )    
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 0 0
Net Assets or Fund Balances Foundations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here
and complete lines 24, 25, 29 and 30.
24 Net assets without donor restrictions...........    
25 Net assets with donor restrictions............    
Foundations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here
and complete lines 26 through 30.
26 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........ 0 0
27 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund 0 0
28 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 173,359,442 213,340,151
29 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 173,359,442 213,340,151
30 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 173,359,442 213,340,151
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 29 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
173,359,442
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
31,423,742
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
3
8,556,967
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
213,340,151
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize)
5
0
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, line 29, column (b) ..
6
213,340,151
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Form 990-PF (2025)
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)		 (b)
How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c)
Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d)
Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a PUBLICLY TRADED SECURITIES P   2025-12-31
b CAPITAL GAIN DISTRIBUTION P   2025-12-31
c
d
e
(e)
Gross sales price 		(f)
Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g)
Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h)
Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 121,042,911   87,058,506 33,984,405
b 2,081     2,081
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l)
Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i)
F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 		(j)
Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k)
Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       33,984,405
b       2,081
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 33,986,486
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ......................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see instructions)
1a Exempt operating foundations described in section 4940(d)(2), check here and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket for line 1a
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions) 1 542,127
b All other domestic foundations enter 1.39% (0.0139) of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% (0.04) of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 542,127
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 542,127
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2025 estimated tax payments and 2024 overpayment credited to 2025 6a 569,786
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b 0
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c 0
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld .......... 6d 0
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 569,786
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Check here if Form 2220 is attached. Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
8 0
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed....... 9  
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid... 10 27,659
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2026 estimated tax27,659 Refunded 11 0
For Refunded amount, also complete and attach Form 8050. See instructions.
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Part VI-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes? See the instructions
for the definition.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. $ 0(2) On foundation managers.$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
round bullet By language in the governing instrument, or
round bullet By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument? ................
6
Yes
 
7
Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
and Part XIV..................................
7
Yes
 
8a
Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
TX
b
If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
8b
Yes
 
9
Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2025 or the taxable year beginning in 2025? See the instructions for Part XIII.
If "Yes," complete Part XIII .............................
9
 
No
10
Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
and addresses. ...............................
10
 
No
11
At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. See instructions .............
11
 
No
12
Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement. See instructionsClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
.................
12
Yes
 
13
Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
13
Yes
 
Website addressWWW.KINDERFOUNDATION.ORG
14
The books are in care ofNANCY G KINDER Telephone no. (713) 529-5537

Located at2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700HOUSTONTX ZIP+477019
15
Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041 —check here .........
and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ........
15
 
16 At any time during calendar year 2025, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
16   No
See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign
country
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Part VI-B
Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
Yes
No
1a
During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
(1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person? ...........
1a(1)
 
No
(2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
a disqualified person? ..............................
1a(2)
 
No
(3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person? ...........
1a(3)
Yes
 
(4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person? ............
1a(4)
 
No
(5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)? ......................
1a(5)
 
No
(6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.) ...............
1a(6)
 
No
b
If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ..........
1b
 
No
c
Organizations relying on a current notice regarding disaster assistance check here ........
d
Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2025? .............
1d
 
No
2
Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
a
At the end of tax year 2025, did the foundation have any undistributed income (Part XII, lines 6d
and 6e) for tax year(s) beginning before 2025?....................
2a
 
No
If "Yes," list the years 20, 20, 20, 20
b
Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
(relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
2b
 
 
c
If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
20, 20, 20, 20
3a
Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
any time during the year? ..............................
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2025 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Form 4720, Schedule C, to determine
if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2025.).....................
3b
 
 
4a
Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
4a
 
No
b
Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2025? ..
4b
 
No
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Part VI-B
Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (continued)
5a
During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
Yes
No
(1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))? ..........
5a(1)
 
No
(2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive? ....................
5a(2)
 
No
(3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes? .............
5a(3)
 
No
(4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? See instructions ........................
5a(4)
 
No
(5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals? .............
5a(5)
 
No
b
If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ........
5b
 
 
c
Organizations relying on a current notice regarding disaster assistance check .........
d
If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant? .................
5d
 
 
If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
6a
Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
a personal benefit contract? .............................
6a
 
No
b
Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ....
6b
 
No
If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
7a
At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
7a
 
No
b
If "Yes", did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? .....
7b
 
 
8
Is the foundation subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
excess parachute payment during the year? .........................
8
 
No
Part VII
Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
and Contractors
1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation. See instructions
(a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
hours per week
devoted to position 		(c) Compensation
 (If not paid, enter
-0-) 		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
other allowances
RICHARD D KINDER CHAIRMAN
10.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
NANCY G KINDER PRESIDENT/CEO/TREASURER
40.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
KARA K VIDAL BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
DAVID D KINDER BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
GARY C DUDLEY CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER AND BOARD MEM
10.00 		86,618 0 3,507
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
ROXANN S NEUMANN BOARD MEMBER
10.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
JAMES V DERRICK JR SECRETARY & BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
GINGER A CORLEY BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
TODD V ADAM BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
POLLY K WHITTLE BOARD MEMBER
0.00 		0 0 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
KATHRYN DOLLINS ASSISTANT SECRETARY
20.00 		62,322 1,870 923
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
SABRINA W KIRWIN ASSISTANT TREASURER/COO
6.00 		30,259 908 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
AARTI K GAREHGRAT ASSISTANT TREASURER/CFO
6.00 		30,348 910 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
SARAH NEWBERY DIRECTOR OF PARKS & GREENSPACE
40.00 		273,919 8,218 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
GUY HAGSTETTE SR. VP OF PARKS & CIVIC PROJECTS
40.00 		407,863 12,236 2,306
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
PATRA BRANNON DIR. OF EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROJECTS
40.00 		234,430 7,033 0
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
CHERYL HUFFMAN ASSIST. DIR. OF PARKS & GREENSPACE
40.00 		113,318 3,400 346
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
(a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
hours per week
devoted to position 		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
employee benefit
plans and deferred
compensation 		(e) Expense account,
other allowances
NONE
Total number of other employees paid over $50,000................... 0
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Part VII
Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
and Contractors (continued)
3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
(a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
NONE
Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............right arrow0
Part VIII-A
Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
1  
2  
3  
4  
Part VIII-B
Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
1  
2  
All other program-related investments. See instructions.
3  
Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................0
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Part IX
Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations, see instructions.)
1
Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
purposes:
a
Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
1a
322,603,385
b
Average of monthly cash balances.......................
1b
15,857,542
c
Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
1c
0
d
Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c).......................
1d
338,460,927
e
Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
1e
0
2
Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
2
0
3
Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
3
338,460,927
4
Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1.5% (0.015) of line 3 (for greater amount, see
instructions) .............................
4
5,076,914
5
Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. ............
5
333,384,013
6
Minimum investment return. Enter 5% (0.05) of line 5 ................
6
16,669,201
Part X
Distributable Amount (see instructions) (Section 4942(j)(3) and (j)(5) private operating foundations and certain foreign organizations check here and do not complete this part.)
1
Minimum investment return from Part IX, line 6..................
1
16,669,201
2a
Tax on investment income for 2025 from Part V, line 5 .......
2a
542,127
b
Income tax for 2025. (This does not include the tax from Part V.) ...
2b
 
c
Add lines 2a and 2b............................
2c
542,127
3
Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
3
16,127,074
4
Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
4
0
5
Add lines 3 and 4............................
5
16,127,074
6
Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions) .................
6
0
7
Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XII, line 1 ...
7
16,127,074
Part XI
Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
1
Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
a
Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, line 26, column (d) ..........
1a
68,842,492
b
Program-related investments—total from Part VIII-B..................
1b
0
2
Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
purposes...............................
2
 
3
Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
a
Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
3a
 
b
Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
3b
 
4
Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part XII, line 4. .......
4
68,842,492
Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Page 9
Part XII
Undistributed Income (see instructions)
(a)
Corpus 		(b)
Years prior to 2024 		(c)
2024 		(d)
2025
1 Distributable amount for 2025 from Part X, line 7 16,127,074
2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2025:
a Enter amount for 2024 only....... 0
b Total for prior years:20 , 20, 20 0
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2025:
a From 2020...... 42,327,909
b From 2021...... 40,925,234
c From 2022...... 44,591,200
d From 2023...... 45,359,714
e From 2024...... 46,151,583
f Total of lines 3a through e ........ 219,355,640
4Qualifying distributions for 2025 from Part
XI, line 4: $ 68,842,492
a Applied to 2024, but not more than line 2a 0
b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
(Election required—see instructions) ..... 		0
c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
required—see instructions) ........ 		0
d Applied to 2025 distributable amount..... 16,127,074
e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 52,715,418
5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2025. 0 0
(If an amount appears in column (d), the
same amount must be shown in column (a).)
6Enter the net total of each column as
indicated below:
a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 272,071,058
b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
line 4b from line 2b .......... 		0
c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
income for which a notice of deficiency has
been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
tax has been previously assessed...... 		0
d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
—see instructions ........... 		0
e Undistributed income for 2024. Subtract line
4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
instructions ............. 		0
f Undistributed income for 2025. Subtract
lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
be distributed in 2026 .......... 		0
7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
be required - see instructions) ....... 		0
8 Excess distributions carryover from 2020 not
applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ... 		42,327,909
9 Excess distributions carryover to 2026.
Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ...... 		229,743,149
10 Analysis of line 9:
a Excess from 2021 .... 40,925,234
b Excess from 2022 .... 44,591,200
c Excess from 2023 .... 45,359,714
d Excess from 2024 .... 46,151,583
e Excess from 2025 .... 52,715,418
Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Page 10
Part XIII
Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VI-A, question 9)
1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2025, enter the date of the ruling ......
 
b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
income from Part I or the minimum
investment return from Part IX for each
year listed .......... 		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
(a) 2025 (b) 2024 (c) 2023 (d) 2022
         
b 85% (0.85) of line 2a .......          
c Qualifying distributions from Part XI,
line 4 for each year listed ..... 		         
d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
for active conduct of exempt activities .......... 		         
e Qualifying distributions made directly
for active conduct of exempt activities.
Subtract line 2d from line 2c .... 		         
3 Complete 3a, 3b, or 3c for the
alternative test relied upon:
a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
(1) Value of all assets ......          
(2) Value of assets qualifying
under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)		          
b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
of minimum investment return shown in
Part IX, line 6 for each year listed .. 		         
c “Support" alternative test—enter:
(1) Total support other than gross
investment income (interest,
dividends, rents, payments
on securities loans (section
512(a)(5)), or royalties) .... 		         
(2) Support from general public
and 5 or more exempt
organizations as provided in
section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii).... 		         
(3) Largest amount of support
from an exempt organization		          
(4) Gross investment income          
Part XIV
Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the foundation had $5,000 or more in
assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
RICHARD D KINDER
NANCY G KINDER
bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
Check here if the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept
unsolicited requests for funds. If the foundation makes gifts, grants, etc. to individuals or organizations under
other conditions, complete items 2a, 2b, 2c, and 2d. See instructions
aThe name, address, and telephone number or e-mail address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
NANCY G KINDER PRESIDENT CEO
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
HOUSTON,TX77019
(713) 529-5537
bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
PRESELECTED APPLICATIONS, WHEN NOTIFIED BY THE FOUNDATION, SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING AND CONTAIN THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION AS WELL AS A DISCUSSION OF THE PURPOSE OF THE GRANT
cAny submission deadlines:
NONE
dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
factors:
THE KINDER FOUNDATION IS PRIMARILY, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, FOCUSED ON THE GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY. THE FOUNDATION ONLY MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS TO PRE-SELECTED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS AND DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED REQUESTS FOR FUNDS.
Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Page 11
Part XIV
Supplementary Information (continued)
3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
Recipient If recipient is an individual,
show any relationship to
any foundation manager
or substantial contributor
 Foundation
status of
recipient 		Purpose of grant or
contribution 		Amount
Name and address (home or business)
aPaid during the year

ALDINE EDUCATION FOUNDATION

2520 W THORNE BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77073 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 30,000

ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON HOUSTON

P O BOX 907
HOUSTON,TX77001 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 60,000

BAYOU BEND COLLECTION AND GARDENS

PO BOX 6826
HOUSTON,TX77265 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

BUFFALO BAYOU PARTNERSHIP

1113 VINE STREET SUITE 215
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

BUFFALO BAYOU PARTNERSHIP

1113 VINE STREET SUITE 215
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN 19,433,012

BUFFALO BAYOU PARTNERSHIP

1113 VINE STREET SUITE 215
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN 695,053

BUFFALO SOLDIERS MUSEUM

3816 CAROLINE STREET
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

CENTRAL HOUSTON CIVIC IMPROVEMENT INC

1221 MCKINNEY STREET SUITE 4250
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 20,000

COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF HOUSTONHARRIS COUNTY

2000 CRAWFORD ST 700
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   MAYOR WHITMIRE'S HOMELESSNESS PLAN 1,425,933

COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF HOUSTONHARRIS COUNTY

2001 CRAWFORD ST 700
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   MAYOR WHITMIRE'S HOMELESSNESS PLAN 98,762

CRISTO REY JESUIT

6700 MT CARMEL DR
HOUSTON,TX77087 		N/A   POSTSECONDARY GIFT 150,000

CRISTO REY JESUIT

6700 MT CARMEL DR
HOUSTON,TX77087 		N/A   CORPORATE WORK STUDY PROGRAM 114,000

CRISTO REY JESUIT

6700 MT CARMEL DR
HOUSTON,TX77087 		N/A   CAPITAL CAMPAIGN/STEAM BUILDING 1,420,839

CRISTO REY JESUIT

6700 MT CARMEL DR
HOUSTON,TX77087 		N/A   CAPITAL CAMPAIGN/STEAM BUILDING 75,965

DEPELCHIN CHILDREN'S CENTER

4950 MEMORIAL DRIVE
HOUSTON,TX77007 		N/A   FOSTER CARE 100,000

DEPELCHIN CHILDREN'S CENTER

4950 MEMORIAL DRIVE
HOUSTON,TX77007 		N/A   TEXAS FOSTER CARE TRANSITION TO THE CBC MODEL 1,421,290

DEPELCHIN CHILDREN'S CENTER

4950 MEMORIAL DRIVE
HOUSTON,TX77007 		N/A   TEXAS FOSTER CARE TRANSITION TO THE CBC MODEL 54,331

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   ENDOWMENT FUND 150,000

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 100,000

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   ENDOWMENT FUND 100,000

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   SPRING 2026 JAZZY SUNDAYS SERIES 277,500

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   ENDOWMENT FUND 938,233

DISCOVERY GREEN CONSERVANCY

1500 MCKINNEY
HOUSTON,TX77010 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 68,088

EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY

3018 EMANCIPATION AVENUE
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   STAGE AND ENDOWMENT 1,000,000

EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY

3018 EMANCIPATION AVENUE
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   JUNETEENTH AND GENERAL FUND 75,000

EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY

3018 EMANCIPATION AVENUE
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   STAGE AND ENDOWMENET 2,371,957

EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY

3018 EMANCIPATION AVENUE
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   STAGE AND ENDOWMENET 90,554

GOOD REASON HOUSTON

8 GREENWAY PLAZA STE 900
HOUSTON,TX77046 		N/A   SUPPORT OF PUBLIC EDUCATION IN HOUSTON 35,000

GOOD REASON HOUSTON

8 GREENWAY PLAZA STE 900
HOUSTON,TX77046 		N/A   HISD STRATEGIC FUND 650,000

GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

515 POST OAK BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77027 		N/A   DIRECTOR'S DONOR ADVISED FUNDS 200,000

GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

515 POST OAK BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77027 		N/A   THE C. HASTINGS JOHNSON MEMORIAL FUND 10,000

GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

515 POST OAK BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77027 		N/A   MARGARET SHEEDY MEMORIAL FUND 5,000

GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

515 POST OAK BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77027 		N/A   ROCC SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2,000

GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

515 POST OAK BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77027 		N/A   HOUSTON NEXT (5 YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN) 500,000

HARRIS HEALTH STRATEGIC FUND

4800 FOURNACE PL
BELLAIRE,TX77401 		N/A   CAMPAIGN FOR HARRIS HEALTH 2025 1,000,000

HISD FOUNDATION

4400 W 18TH STREET
HOUSTON,TX77092 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 30,000

HOUSTON BOTANIC GARDEN

1 BOTANIC LANE
HOUSTON,TX77017 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT

4848 MAIN STREET
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 50,000

HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT

4848 MAIN STREET
HOUSTON,TX77002 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

HOUSTON CINEMA ARTS SOCIETY

4409 MONTROSE BLVD SUITE 150
HOUSTON,TX77006 		N/A   GENERAL FUND - SUPPORT OF ARTS & EDUCATION 10,000

HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

6560 FANNIN ST STE 570
HOUSTON,TX77030 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 10,000

HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

6560 FANNIN ST STE 570
HOUSTON,TX77030 		N/A   CENTER FOR HEALTH AND NATURE 333,333

HOUSTON PARKS BOARD

300 NORTH POST OAK LANE
HOUSTON,TX77024 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

HOUSTON PARKS BOARD

300 NORTH POST OAK LANE
HOUSTON,TX77024 		N/A   MACGREGOR PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION 5,207,549

HOUSTON PARKS BOARD

300 NORTH POST OAK LANE
HOUSTON,TX77024 		N/A   MACGREGOR PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION 263,286

HSPVA FRIENDS

P O BOX 52910
HOUSTON,TX77052 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

KIPP

10711 KIPP WAY
HOUSTON,TX77099 		N/A   POSTSECONDARY GIFT 300,000

KIPP

10711 KIPP WAY
HOUSTON,TX77099 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 74,801

KIPP

10711 KIPP WAY
HOUSTON,TX77099 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 6,701

KIPP

10711 KIPP WAY
HOUSTON,TX77099 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 120,000

MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY

7575 NORTH PICNIC LANE
HOUSTON,TX77057 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 1,000

MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY

7575 NORTH PICNIC LANE
HOUSTON,TX77057 		N/A   BLOSSOM PLAZA BRICK CAMPAIGN 7,500

MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY

7575 NORTH PICNIC LANE
HOUSTON,TX77057 		N/A   PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN & MEMORIAL GROVES 5,416,557

MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY

7575 NORTH PICNIC LANE
HOUSTON,TX77057 		N/A   PARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - 10 YEAR MASTER PLAN & MEMORIAL GROVES 253,804

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

1001 BISSONNET
HOUSTON,TX77005 		N/A   EXHIBITIONS 200,000

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

1001 BISSONNET
HOUSTON,TX77005 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 100,000

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

1001 BISSONNET
HOUSTON,TX77005 		N/A   EXHIBITIONS 200,000

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

1001 BISSONNET
HOUSTON,TX77005 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 1,000

PROJECT ROW HOUSES

P O BOX 1011
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 5,000

PROJECT ROW HOUSES

P O BOX 1011
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   SUE & STEVE SHAPER SCHOLARSHIP FUND 5,000

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 1,000

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   BAKER INSTITUTE 1,000

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   URBAN STUDIES & GENERAL FUND 25,000

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION OF THE KINDER INSTITUTE FOR URBAN RESEARCH 454,515

RICE UNIVERSITY

P O BOX 1892
HOUSTON,TX77251 		N/A   ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION OF THE KINDER INSTITUTE FOR URBAN RESEARCH 11,869,293

TEACH FOR AMERICA

2 GREENWAY PLAZA SUITE 500
HOUSTON,TX77046 		N/A   50% OF STIPEND - 2024-2026 HOUSTON CORE MEMBERS 202,100

TEXAS BUSINESS HALL OF FAME

7901 EL RIO
HOUSTON,TX77054 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

TREES FOR HOUSTON

P O BOX 270477
HOUSTON,TX77277 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 25,000

UNITED WAY

50 WAUGH DRIVE
HOUSTON,TX77007 		N/A   GENERAL FUND 1,000,000

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

105 JESSE HALL
COLUMBIA,MO65211 		N/A   SUPPORT STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE KINDER SCHOLARS SC PROGRAM 4,500

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

105 JESSE HALL
COLUMBIA,MO65211 		N/A   SUPPORT STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE KINDER SCHOLARS SC PROGRAM 1,500

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

105 JESSE HALL
COLUMBIA,MO65211 		N/A   ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION OF THE KINDER INSTITUTE FOR CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY 4,732,150

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

105 JESSE HALL
COLUMBIA,MO65211 		N/A   ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION OF THE KINDER INSTITUTE FOR CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY 183,054

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

CARRUTHERS HALL 1001 N EMMET ST PO
BOX 400203
CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA22903 		N/A   ENDOWED CHAIR IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE 2,377,494

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

CARRUTHERS HALL 1001 N EMMET ST PO
BOX 400203
CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA22903 		N/A   ENDOWED CHAIR IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE 87,039

YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

6201 BONHOMME SUITE 168N
HOUSTON,TX77036 		N/A   POSTSECONDARY GIFT 300,000

YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

6201 BONHOMME SUITE 168N
HOUSTON,TX77036 		N/A   TEACHER AWARDS 120,000
Total ................................. 3a 66,876,693
bApproved for future payment

CRISTO REY JESUIT
6700 MT CARMEL DR
HOUSTON,TX77087 		N/A   CAPITAL CAMPAIGN/STEAM BUILDING 1,500,000

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
CARRUTHERS HALL 1001 N EMMET ST PO
BOX 400203
CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA22903 		N/A   ENDOWED CHAIR IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE 2,500,000

HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
6560 FANNIN ST STE 570
HOUSTON,TX77030 		N/A   CENTER FOR HEALTH AND NATURE 1,000,000

KINDER CHILDREN'S CANCER CENTER
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON,TX77030 		N/A   KINDER CHILDREN'S CANCER CENTER 150,000,000

THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL
7177 REGENCY SQUARE BLVD
HOUSTON,TX77036 		N/A   MULTI PURPOSE GYM AND GREENSPACE 2,000,000

EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY
3018 EMANCIPATION AVENUE
HOUSTON,TX77004 		N/A   STAGE AND ENDOWMENET 4,000,000
Total ................................. 3b 161,000,000
Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Page 12
Part XV-A
Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
Related or exempt
function income
(See instructions.)
1Program service revenue: (a)
Business code 		(b)
Amount 		(c)
Exclusion code 		(d)
Amount
a
b
c
d
e
f
gFees and contracts from government agencies          
2 Membership dues and assessments ....          
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash
investments ........... 		         
4 Dividends and interest from securities ....     14 6,189,868  
5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
aDebt-financed property......          
bNot debt-financed property.....          
6 Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
7 Other investment income .....     14 21,699  
8 Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than
inventory ............ 		    18 33,986,486  
9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory          
11 Other revenue:
a
b
c
d
e
12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e) .. 0 40,198,053 0
13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
13
40,198,053
(See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
Part XV-B
Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
Line No.
DownArrow 		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XV-A contributed importantly to
the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
instructions.)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Form 990-PF (2025)
Page 13
Part XVI
Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
1
Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
Yes
No
a
Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
(1) Cash...................................
1a(1)
 
No
(2) Other assets.................................
1a(2)
 
No
b
Other transactions:
(1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
1b(1)
 
No
(2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
1b(2)
 
No
(3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
1b(3)
 
No
(4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
1b(4)
 
No
(5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
1b(5)
 
No
(6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
1b(6)
 
No
c
Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
1c
 
No
d
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
(a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
2a
Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527? ...........
b
If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

(a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
Sign Here
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
May the IRS discuss this return
with the preparer shown below?
See instructions.
Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
Paid Preparer Use Only Preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date Check if self-
employed 		PTIN
Firm's name
Firm's EIN
Firm's address


Phone no.
Form 990-PF (2025)
Additional Data


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Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Schedule B
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors

Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Name of the organization
KINDER FOUNDATION
 
Employer identification number

76-0519073
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ
501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization


Form 990-PF
501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation
Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note:  Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.
Special Rules
For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 331/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year ......... $  
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 2025) Page 2
Name of organization
KINDER FOUNDATION
  		Employer identification number
76-0519073
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
1
RDK VENTURES LLC CO RICHARD KINDER
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
 
HOUSTON, TX77019

$ 65,000


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
2
RICHARD AND NANCY KINDER
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
 
HOUSTON, TX77019

$ 61,429,302


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
3
RICHARD AND NANCY KINDER
2229 SAN FELIPE SUITE 1700
 
HOUSTON, TX77019

$ 570,698


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Name of organization
KINDER FOUNDATION
  		Employer identification number

76-0519073
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I 		(b)
Description of noncash property given 		(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Name of organization
KINDER FOUNDATION
  		Employer identification number

76-0519073
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c) (7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) $  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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TY 2025 AccountingFeesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICES 29,788 14,894   14,894

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TY 2025 DepreciationSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Description of Property Date Acquired Cost or Other Basis Prior Years' Depreciation Computation Method Rate /
Life (# of years)		 Current Year's Depreciation Expense Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Cost of Goods Sold Not Included
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2015-12-22 3,269 3,269 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
SIGNAGE 2015-12-02 1,918 1,918 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2015-11-18 21,108 21,108 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2015-10-13 110,473 110,473 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
TELEPHONE SYSTEM 2015-09-28 17,999 17,999 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2015-12-02 184,717 184,717 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
AV EQUIPMENT 2015-11-16 16,702 16,702 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2016-01-19 1,666 1,666 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2016-03-22 7,452 7,452 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2016-05-26 262 262 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2016-08-08 3,667 3,667 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2016-08-22 659 659 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
LCD NETWORK PHONE 2017-08-16 275 275 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT 2017-03-09 7,518 4,190 150DB 15.000000000000 444 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2017-01-17 2,251 2,251 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2017-06-19 2,251 2,251 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2017-07-13 2,751 2,751 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2017-10-30 2,751 2,751 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2018-02-07 1,799 1,799 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2018-05-24 1,159 1,159 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
AV EQUIPMENT 2018-03-27 899 899 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
AV EQUIPMENT 2018-03-27 1,299 1,299 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0    
ICE MAKER 2018-11-01 3,083 2,945 200DB 7.000000000000 138 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2020-02-17 1,691 1,668 200DB 5.000000000000 23 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2020-11-12 1,951 1,764 200DB 5.000000000000 187 0    
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 2020-12-03 401 363 200DB 5.000000000000 38 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2021-11-15 1,680 1,335 200DB 5.000000000000 184 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2021-07-15 2,274 1,856 200DB 5.000000000000 257 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2022-08-30 1,395 968 200DB 5.000000000000 171 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2022-08-30 9 6 200DB 5.000000000000 3 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2022-08-30 595 413 200DB 5.000000000000 73 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2023-12-18 1,349 580 200DB 5.000000000000 308 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2024-06-06 794 119 200DB 5.000000000000 270 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2024-08-19 476 71 200DB 5.000000000000 162 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2024-08-29 1,829 274 200DB 5.000000000000 622 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2025-06-04 162   200DB 7.000000000000 29 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2025-06-11 3,913   200DB 7.000000000000 699 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2025-07-17 3,799   200DB 7.000000000000 407 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2025-09-29 1,994   200DB 7.000000000000 214 0    
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 2025-12-10 1,994   200DB 7.000000000000 71 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2025-04-14 875   200DB 5.000000000000 219 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2025-05-12 1,894   200DB 5.000000000000 474 0    
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2025-05-22 22,464   200DB 5.000000000000 5,616 0    

TY 2025 GeneralExplanationAttachment
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
  PART VI-B 1B PART VI-B 1B: THE KINDER FOUNDATION IS ANSWERING YES TO PART VI-B 1A(3) BECAUSE THE FOUNDATION IS PROVIDED OVER 7,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE WITHOUT ANY RENT CHARGE OR COST BY THE KINDER FAMILY OFFICE.

TY 2025 InvestmentsOtherSchedule2
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category/ Item Listed at Cost or FMV Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
ML ACCT 04A63 AT COST 57,247,046 91,507,065
ML ACCT 2066 AT COST 74,497,722 131,044,896
ML ACCT 4002 AT COST 22,981,858 37,894,207
ML ACCT 4003 AT COST 49,980,303 61,453,482

TY 2025 LandEtcSchedule2
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category / Item Cost / Other Basis Accumulated Depreciation Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 3,269 3,269 0  
SIGNAGE 1,918 1,918 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 21,108 21,108 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 110,473 110,473 0  
TELEPHONE SYSTEM 17,999 17,999 0  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 184,717 184,717 0  
AV EQUIPMENT 16,702 16,702 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 1,666 1,666 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 7,452 7,452 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 262 262 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 3,667 3,667 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 659 659 0  
LCD NETWORK PHONE 275 275 0  
LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT 7,518 4,634 2,884  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2,251 2,251 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2,251 2,251 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2,751 2,751 0  
OFFICE DECOR AND FURNISHINGS 2,751 2,751 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,799 1,799 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,159 1,159 0  
AV EQUIPMENT 899 899 0  
AV EQUIPMENT 1,299 1,299 0  
ICE MAKER 3,083 3,083 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,691 1,691 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,951 1,951 0  
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 401 401 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,680 1,519 161  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 2,274 2,113 161  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,395 1,139 256  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 9 9 0  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 595 486 109  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,349 888 461  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 794 389 405  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 476 233 243  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,829 896 933  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 162 29 133  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 3,913 699 3,214  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 3,799 407 3,392  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 1,994 214 1,780  
FURNITURE AND FIXTURES 1,994 71 1,923  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 875 219 656  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 1,894 474 1,420  
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY 22,464 5,616 16,848  


TY 2025 LegalFeesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
LEGAL FEES 100,506 0   100,506


TY 2025 OtherExpensesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES 996,375 996,375   0
BANKING FEES 15,236 7,618   7,618
OFFICE AND TECHNOLOGY EXPENSES 123,163 2,680   120,483
CHARITABLE ENTITY EVENTS 72,695 0   72,695
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 7,082 0   7,082
PAYROLL PROCESSING FEES 3,324 0   3,324
MEALS AND ENTERTAINMENT 7,161 0   7,161
MEMBERSHIPS 71,150 0   71,150


TY 2025 OtherIncomeSchedule2
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
NONDIVIDEND DISTRIBUTIONS 11,878 0 11,878
MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 3,093 3,093 3,093
OTHER INCOME 6,728 6,728 6,728


TY 2025 OtherIncreasesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Description Amount
TIMING DIFFERENCE 179,086
NET UNREALIZED GAIN ON STOCK CONTRIBUTIONS/DISTRIBUTIONS 8,377,881


TY 2025 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
CONSULTING FEES 41,250 0   41,250
PUBLIC RELATIONS FEES 152,592 0   152,592
ADMINISTRATIVE FEES 6,000 0   6,000


TY 2025 TaxesSchedule
Name:
KINDER FOUNDATION
EIN:
76-0519073
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
2025 EXCISE TAX 802,000 0   0
FOREIGN TAXES 139,011 139,011   0
PAYROLL TAXES 71,141 1,548   69,593