Arylessence Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Arylessence Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Marietta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $605,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$605,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $716,400 the year before.
22% 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 | $440,400 | 7 | $872,439 |
| 2024 | $716,400 | 8 | $757,144 |
| 2025 | $605,000 | 9 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Arylessence 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Arylessence Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $215,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $130,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apraxicana LLC | To empower families and professionals to see autism through a new lens, one that recognizes the body-brain connection, promotes health, and opens doors to possibilities many once thought were out of reach. | $115,000 |
| Gastrointestinal Autism Research Foundation Inc | To research the bowel inflammatory disease that appears to be unique to children with autism. | $100,000 |
| Spellers Revolution LLC | To change the future for nonspeakers and their ability to communicate through spelling or typing. | $100,000 |
| Medical Academy of Pediatric and Special Needs | Offer a comprehensive education & fellowship to medical professionals for the care of children with autism spectrum disorders and related chronic complex conditions. | $60,000 |
| All Minds Academy LLC | To fill a significant gap in the education of neurodiverse students who communicate best by spelling. | $50,000 |
| Atlanta Integrative and Internal Medicine | Holistic and alternative medicine as well as conventional medicine to treat autism. | $50,000 |
| Awakenings Medical Center | Biomedical treatment services for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Spellers Freedom Foundation | To provide every nonspeaker with access to communication via scholarships, school trainings, community building, and advocacy. | $50,000 |
| Vibrant Kids Pediatrics | To provide individualized pediatric care with special emphasis on children suffering from chronic conditions such as autism spectrum disorder. | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Tanner
- Gail Tanner
- Cynthia Reichard
- Lani Detamore Gertz
- Jeanne Motley
- Carolyn Lanier
- Lori Miller-Burns
- Geoff Mills
Questions people ask
Does Arylessence Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arylessence Foundation Inc give?
$605,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Arylessence Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Tanner (Cfo), Gail Tanner (Ceo), Cynthia Reichard (Secretary) and Lani Detamore Gertz (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Arylessence Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, health and youth programs.