The Boyd & Evelyn Mullen Foundation was created in honor of Boyd and Evelyn Mullen, longtime community contributors from Pasadena, Texas. Evelyn Mullen, despite not realizing her dream of studying nursing, became an advocate for education and community welfare. The foundation aims to continue the Mullens’ legacy by supporting charitable initiatives throughout Texas, especially in the Houston area. The foundation operates under the auspices of Bank of America’s Philanthropic Solutions division and aligns its grantmaking with the evolving needs of the community, with a focus on education, health, human services, science, and religion.
The foundation supports a variety of programs that align with its mission. Key areas include college scholarships and support for students in Texas, disaster preparedness and relief for natural events and tragedies, human services for underserved and vulnerable populations, and medical research with a specific focus on nutrition. Additional areas include literary and science education, religious life engagement, and programs aimed at enriching the lives of the blind and visually impaired. Grants typically fund operational and project needs, though one-time capital improvement proposals may be considered.
Eligibility for funding is restricted to charitable organizations serving Texas, with priority given to those located in the Houston area. Grants for individuals or endowment campaigns are not eligible. Organizations may submit only one request per 12-month period. The foundation typically awards one-year grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000. While most are single-year awards, multi-year proposals may occasionally be solicited at the discretion of the trustees.
Applications are due annually on July 31. The process is administered through Bank of America's Texas office, and application support resources, including procedural documents and online help, are available. Specific guidelines can be accessed through downloadable PDFs or Word documents. Applicants are encouraged to clearly align their proposals with the foundation’s focus areas and to demonstrate a strong connection to the Houston community when applicable.
The foundation places high value on projects that foster ethical behavior, civic engagement, and community connection, particularly through religious or values-based initiatives. Evaluations are based on alignment with the foundation’s mission and the potential for sustainable community impact. Although not detailed in the public materials, evaluation criteria likely consider both the relevance and feasibility of proposed projects.
To contact the foundation, applicants should email tx.philanthropic@bofa.com and mention the foundation’s name in the subject line. Additional procedural details and submission guidance are provided in linked documents available on the foundation’s website.
