The Asher Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Asher Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,700 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,900. 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$66,700
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,900
- Assets$248,600
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $79,925 the year before.
0% 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 | $68,500 | 5 | $291,412 |
| 2024 | $79,925 | 6 | $262,743 |
| 2025 | $66,700 | 5 | $248,600 |
How to apply
The Asher Family Foundation Inc 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 Asher Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,900 |
| Florida | 3 | $14,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Education in MediaInc | general purposes | $50,900 |
| Individual | general purposes | $7,500 |
| A Bridge to a Cure Foundation Inc | general purposes | $5,000 |
| Jewish Journal of Greater Boston | general purposes | $1,800 |
| Collaboratory form SW Fl Com Fd | scholarships | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth R Asher
- Gwenda L Asher
- Lisa Asher Nagel
- Stephanie L Horwitz
- David A Nagel
Questions people ask
Does The Asher Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Asher Family Foundation Inc give?
$66,700 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Asher Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth R Asher (President/Dir.), Gwenda L Asher (Vice Pres./Dir.), Lisa Asher Nagel (Secretary/Dir.) and Stephanie L Horwitz (Vice Pres./Dir.) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Asher Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.