The Avis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Avis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $27 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$27
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$54.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.1 million the year before.
75% 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 | $3.1 million | 6 | $53.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 4 | $54.1 million |
How to apply
The Avis 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $2.3 million |
| New York | 3 | $56 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Charitable purposes | $2.3 million |
| Everside Fund II LP Cash Donation (Pass Through) | Charitable purposes | $28 |
| Everside Fund III LP Cash Donation (Pass Through) | Charitable purposes | $26 |
| Everside Sbic I LP Cash Donation (Pass Through) | Charitable purposes | $2 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory M Avis
- Anne R Avis
- Emily R Avis
- Charles D Avis
- Frederic K Avis
Questions people ask
Does The Avis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Avis Family Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $27.
Who runs The Avis Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory M Avis (President), Anne R Avis (Vice President), Emily R Avis (Chief Financial Officer) and Charles D Avis (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.