Auer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Auer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Calabasas, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,611 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,991. 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$96,611
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,991
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,241 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $69,540 | 27 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $73,241 | 33 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $96,611 | 32 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Auer 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 Auer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 9 | $40,950 |
| New York | 6 | $18,500 |
| Arizona | 3 | $17,616 |
| California | 8 | $12,450 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $745 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50 |
| Texas | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sands-Southern Arizona Network for Down Syndrome | General operations | $6,991 |
| Connecticut Institute for Refugees | General operations | $6,900 |
| Spooner House | General operations | $6,600 |
| Food Bank of Cny | General operations | $6,500 |
| Nourish Bridgeport | General operations | $6,500 |
| Rise Inc | General operations | $6,375 |
| Open Doors | General operations | $6,000 |
| Future 5 Inc | General operations | $5,950 |
| Guadalupe Center-Catholic Charities La-San Fernando Region | General operations | $5,000 |
| Rescue Mission | General operations | $5,000 |
| Arizona Diaper Bank | General operations | $4,250 |
| Catholic Charities of Oswego County | General operations | $4,000 |
| Connecticut Audubon Society | General operations | $4,000 |
| Bridge to Home | General operations | $3,335 |
| Jacob & Cushman San Diego Food Pantry | General operations | $3,000 |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe-Annapolis | General operations | $3,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul-Annapolis | General operations | $3,000 |
| Believe Your Grreatnes | General operations | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield | General operations | $2,000 |
| Hospice of Central Ny | Healthcare | $1,900 |
| Caryn von Holtz | General operations | $1,000 |
| Keys | General operations | $1,000 |
| Blood Cancer United (Fna) Leukemia & Lymphoma Soc | General operations | $745 |
| Salvation Army Santa Clarita Processing Center | General operations | $375 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General operations | $250 |
| New Jersey Friendship House | General operations | $250 |
| West Valley Food Pantry | General operations | $250 |
| Laist 893 FM | General operations | $120 |
| PBS So Cal | General operations | $120 |
| Make A Wish | General operations | $100 |
| American Cancer Society | General operations | $50 |
| National Breast Cancer Fdn | General operations | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Auer
- Linda Auer
- Stephen Auer
Questions people ask
Does Auer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Auer Family Foundation give?
$96,611 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Auer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Auer (President), Linda Auer (Secretary/Tr) and Stephen Auer (Managing Dir).
What does Auer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and food and hunger.