Nonprofit spending analysis for Texas: 85% goes to programs, 10% to administration, 5% to fundraising. Based on 571 organizations.
Among 9,989 nonprofits in Texas, 571 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 85% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 10% to administrative costs, and 5% to fundraising activities.
Texas nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 85% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 571 organizations collectively manage $283.1B in revenue and $542.0B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Texas.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tr 1000 Dalton Corp | 50% | $1.4M |
| 2 | Cultural Heritage Preservation Fund | 60% | $8.4M |
| 3 | Rockjensen Foundation Inc | 60% | $8.3M |
| 4 | Arrow Child & Family Ministries | 70% | $13.6M |
| 5 | American Gem Trade Association Inc | 70% | $5.8M |
| 6 | Hlh Family Foundation Inc | 70% | $2.4M |
| 7 | Ypo Inc | 70% | $1.2M |
| 8 | H E L P Usa Inc | 70% | $981K |
| 9 | Charitable Properties Inc | 70% | $4.3M |
| 10 | Trinity Broadcasting Of New York Inc | 70% | $3.4M |
| 11 | Eagles Nest Ministries Of Conroe | 70% | $934K |
| 12 | Ballroom Cultural Arts Foundation | 70% | $1.1M |
| 13 | Heralds Of The Gospel Foundation Inc | 70% | $5.2M |
| 14 | Saint Suzie Charitable Foundation | 70% | $1.5M |
| 15 | D3 Foundation | 70% | $1.2M |
| 16 | Pleroma Inc | 70% | $1.8M |
| 17 | Ypo Inc | 70% | $1.2M |
| 18 | Thomas Heritage Foundation | 70% | $1.1M |
| 19 | Brilliant Lecture Series Inc | 70% | $1.3M |
| 20 | Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc | 70% | $7.6M |
On average, Texas nonprofits spend 85% on programs, 10% on administration, and 5% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 571 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Texas, the average is 85%.
The table above ranks Texas nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.