The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Martin, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $433,333. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$433,333
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.2 million | 18 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 19 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Ahrendts-Couch 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 The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Tennessee. It also paid $280,402 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $433,333 |
| California | 4 | $170,000 |
| Indiana | 4 | $159,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $150,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $65,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Water | Water relief | $433,333 |
| Magnify Collective | Community center | $274,010 |
| Your Move Collective Inc | Religious organization | $100,000 |
| Fletcher Place Community | Community center | $60,000 |
| St Catherine Church | Religious organization | $60,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Community center | $50,000 |
| In Touch Ministries | Religious organization | $50,000 |
| Turning Point for God | Religious organization | $50,000 |
| Family Hope Inc | Foster care system | $40,000 |
| Lutheran Child and Family Services | Community center | $40,000 |
| Love Incorporated of Greater Hancock County | Religious organization | $35,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Hurricane relief | $25,000 |
| Hancock County Food Pantry | Charitable contribution | $24,000 |
| America's Charities - Fiscal Agent | Charitable agent | $15,000 |
| Fit Foundation | Community center | $10,000 |
| Royal Family Kids | Foster care system | $10,000 |
| University of Oxford Development | Business school | $6,392 |
| Notre Dame School | Education | $6,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Pan-mass challenge for medical research | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregg Couch
- Jennings Couch
- Sommer Couch
- Angela Ahrendts-Couch
Questions people ask
Does The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregg Couch (President), Jennings Couch (Vice President), Sommer Couch (Secretary) and Angela Ahrendts-Couch (Treasurer).
What does The Ahrendts-Couch Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, community development and faith communities.