Awh Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Awh Foundation is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2022 it gave $332,965 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2022.
- Grants paid, 2022$332,965
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.8 million
How to apply
Awh 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 Awh Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 20 | $219,465 |
| Michigan | 2 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $28,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2022
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Simon Youth Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| SPL Sports Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lakeland University | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Services of Southern Arizona | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Univ of Michigan Cancer Center | Charitable | $20,000 |
| United Way of Tucson | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Primavera Foundation | Charitable | $10,200 |
| Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Angel Charity for Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Special Gifts Theatre | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Gabriels Angels | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Southern Arizona Community Food Bank | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Arizona Public Media | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Tucson | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Tucson Fire Foundation | Charitable | $5,750 |
| Altzheimer Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mather Fopundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tucson Maher Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Burgundy Farm County Day School | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Tucson Museum of Art | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Catholic Foundation for Diocese Tucson | Charitable | $2,515 |
| Arizona Theatre Co | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Gillett
- Nancy Tefft
- Mary H Gillett
Questions people ask
Does Awh Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Awh Foundation give?
$332,965 in tax year 2022, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Awh Foundation?
Its 2022 filing lists Robert W Gillett (President), Nancy Tefft (Vice President) and Mary H Gillett (Vice President).
What does Awh Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.