Akerson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Akerson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Huntington Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $590,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$590,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $496,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $477,000 | 25 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $496,000 | 25 | $12.7 million |
| 2025 | $590,000 | 24 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
Akerson 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.
What Akerson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 20 | $505,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Works | Support | $40,000 |
| American Heart Stroke Assoc | Support | $40,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Support | $38,000 |
| Healthcare for the Homeless | Support | $36,000 |
| Joy Junction | Support | $36,000 |
| Camp Enchantment | Support | $36,000 |
| St Felix Pantry | Support | $33,000 |
| Norbertine Community | Support | $30,000 |
| The Storehouse | Support | $28,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support | $25,000 |
| Casa Angelica | Support | $25,000 |
| Bible Project | Support | $25,000 |
| Outcomes Inc | Support | $23,000 |
| Barrett Foundation | Support | $23,000 |
| Centro Savila | Support | $20,000 |
| Good Shepherd Center | Support | $18,000 |
| Pegasus Legal Services | Support | $18,000 |
| Cross Roads for Women | Support | $17,000 |
| El Ranchito de Los Ninos | Support | $17,000 |
| Trinity Catholic Workers House | Support | $17,000 |
| Pb&j Family Services | Support | $13,000 |
| Safe House | Support | $12,000 |
| Colette's Childrens Home | Support | $10,000 |
| Robyn's Nest | Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christina Akerson
- David A Akerson
- Loretta D Akerson
Questions people ask
Does Akerson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Akerson Family Foundation give?
$590,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs Akerson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christina Akerson (Director), David A Akerson (President) and Loretta D Akerson (Secretary).
What does Akerson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and youth programs.