The Aider Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aider Foundation is a private foundation in Union Springs, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $79,180 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,800 and the largest $50,485. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$79,180
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,800
- Largest grant$50,485
- Assets$155,550
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $108,109 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,109 | 10 | $103,784 |
| 2024 | $79,180 | 8 | $155,550 |
How to apply
The Aider Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Aider Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Florida. It also paid $77,980 in 7 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ngo Partnership an Ukraine Assistance | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $50,485 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $12,340 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $6,650 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $3,350 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $2,250 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $1,485 |
| Maksym Taranuchen Humanitarian Aid | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $1,420 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes within meaning of code sec (c) | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas A Main
- Jason T Randall
- Billy R Renfroe II
Questions people ask
Does The Aider Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aider Foundation give?
$79,180 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,800.
Who runs The Aider Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas A Main (President), Jason T Randall (Vice President) and Billy R Renfroe II (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Aider Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.