Acair Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Acair Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$195,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $220,000 the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $220,000 | 14 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 13 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Acair 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.
What Acair Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 8 | $105,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Quayle Vice Presidential Learning Center | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Naval Postgraduate School Foundation Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Phoenix Country Day School | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Valley Presbyterian Church | General purpose | $15,000 |
| The George and Barbara Bush Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Arizona Science Center | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Duke University | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Gonzaga College High School | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Hope Women's Center | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Veritas Preparatory Academy | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Archway Classical Academy | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Quayle
- Marilyn Quayle
- Corinne Berger
- Tucker Quayle
- Benjamin Quayle
Questions people ask
Does Acair Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Acair Foundation give?
$195,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Acair Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Quayle (Director), Marilyn Quayle (Director), Corinne Berger (Director) and Tucker Quayle (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Acair Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.