Ahearn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ahearn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $250,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $250,000 | 1 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 8 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
Ahearn Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $400,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $300,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $90,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alex's Lemonade Stand | Charity | $300,000 |
| Cancer Hope Network | Charity | $250,000 |
| George Pocock Rowing Foundation | Charity | $250,000 |
| Camp Catanese Foundation | Charity | $200,000 |
| St Isaac Jogues Church | Charity | $200,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Charity | $100,000 |
| Vista College Preparatory | Charity | $100,000 |
| Community Cooperative | Charity | $90,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Ahearn
- Gayle S Ahearn
Questions people ask
Does Ahearn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ahearn Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Ahearn Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael J Ahearn (Co-Trustee) and Gayle S Ahearn (Co-Trustee).