Phillip Huffines

Real Estate Developer | Investor | Philanthropist


Phillip Huffines is a visionary real estate developer, investor, and philanthropist with over 40 years of experience leading transformative land development projects across North Texas. As Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Huffines Communities, he has helped shape the region through the development of more than 20,000 single-family home sites and 2,500 multifamily units—projects that have added billions in value, created thousands of jobs, and supported regional growth.

A summa cum laude graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a BBA in Petroleum Land Management, Phillip began his career with a focus on integrity, strategic planning, and community-minded development. Under his leadership, Huffines Communities has become one of the most respected land development firms in North Texas.

Beyond real estate, Phillip is deeply committed to giving back. As Founder of the Huffines Foundation non-profit, he supports Texas youth through innovative entrepreneurship and STEM education programs. At Huffines Communities, he has mentored over 30 students through a hands-on internship program, fostering career readiness for the next generation.

His dedication extends to over a decade of service on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Dallas, where he was honored as the 2018 Philanthropist of the Year. He also holds emeritus status on the Board of Trustees at St. Mark’s School of Texas.

Whether mentoring future leaders or coaching youth football at the YMCA, Phillip brings the same dedication, passion, and strategic vision to community service as he does to his business ventures.

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