Mitchell Foundation

The Mitchell Foundation is a Texas-based grantmaking organization dedicated to finding sustainable solutions for human and environmental challenges. Since its establishment in 1978, the foundation, led by Cynthia and George Mitchell, has distributed or pledged an estimated $900 million in grants to various causes, programs, and institutions. The foundation operates with a focus on sustainability, working at the intersection of environmental protection, social equity, and economic vibrancy.

They offer a range of grantmaking programs, including Clean Energy, Galveston, Land Conservation, Mitchell Innovation Lab, Sustainability Education, Subsurface Energy, and Water. Additionally, the foundation oversees the Cook's Branch Conservancy, a nearly 6,000-acre ecological preserve. The Mitchell Foundation is driven by a vision of a future where human societies thrive in harmony with a thriving natural environment.

They value social responsibility, respect for the individual, reverence for the natural environment, and intolerance of prejudice. The foundation is committed to honoring the philanthropic legacy of Cynthia and George Mitchell and supports initiatives that reflect their values and vision