The Acer Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Acer Fund is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $2,000. 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$11,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$245,976
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,100 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $7,785 | 12 | $170,566 |
| 2024 | $11,100 | 12 | $180,041 |
| 2025 | $11,900 | 14 | $245,976 |
How to apply
The Acer Fund 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 The Acer Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $6,900 |
| Missouri | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | Educational | $2,000 |
| Reid Cemetery Association | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Next Village SF | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Margaret Jenkins Dance Company | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ritenour Pride and Promise Fnd | Educational | $1,000 |
| Spur | Environmental | $1,000 |
| West County Health Centers | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Francisco Park Conservancy | Environmental | $500 |
| Ecologistics | Environmental | $500 |
| Landpaths | Environmental | $500 |
| Sonoma Land Trust | Environmental | $500 |
| Santa Catalina School | Educational | $300 |
| Individual | Charitable | $300 |
| Individual | Environmental | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- E L Reid
- Mary Reid
Questions people ask
Does The Acer Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Acer Fund give?
$11,900 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Acer Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists E L Reid (President & Director) and Mary Reid (Vice President & Director).
What does The Acer Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.