The Austin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Austin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $123,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$123,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $142,700 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $115,500 | 32 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $142,700 | 28 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $123,000 | 14 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Austin 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 Austin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $45,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $33,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute Inc | Larry Lucchino Family Fund | $15,000 |
| National Public Radio Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| PBS Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| First Baptist Church | Rector's Discretionary Fund to support a Ministry of Love, Compassion, and Respect for all Life in all its Expressions | $12,000 |
| Citizens for Fauquier County | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| First Baptist Church | To support the church, people and community to heal in wake of Hurricane Helene | $10,000 |
| Piedmont Environmental Council | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| President & Fellows of Middlebury College | Middlebury Language Schools, Davis Family Library, the Annual Fund, and the Class of 1974 Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Thrive Appalachia | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| American University | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Commonwealth Public Broadcasting Corporation | Radio IQ | $5,000 |
| Weta | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Dig in Yancey Community Garden | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hospice of Yancey County Inc DBA Compassionate Car | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Head
- Kimberly A Head
Questions people ask
Does The Austin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Austin Foundation Inc give?
$123,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Austin Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen Head (Dir, VP) and Kimberly A Head (Dir, Pres).
What does The Austin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.