Avis Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Avis Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Upland, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $425,000. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$425,000
- Assets$67.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $2.7 million | 16 | $57.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 10 | $62.8 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 22 | $67.8 million |
How to apply
Avis 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 Avis Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 19 | $2.6 million |
| Arkansas | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $83,333 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor University | Mitchell Theatre Infrastructure Enhancements | $425,000 |
| Ball State University | Camp Achieve (Summer Social Skills Autism Day Camp) | $250,000 |
| NearSpace Education | Pipelines of Impact | $250,000 |
| Ouachita Baptist University | Graduate Program in Counseling | $250,000 |
| Huntington University | Veterinary Medicine, Leadership Coaching, Occupational Therapy Assistant Training | $250,000 |
| Eiteljorg Museum | Quest for the West Event and Four Art Exhibitions | $200,000 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne | Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Engineering Nexus | $174,000 |
| Conner Prairie | Sensory Room and Inclusive Signage in the Museum Experience Center | $166,666 |
| Muncie Civic Theatre | Boyce Block Remodel | $150,000 |
| Indianapolis Public Library Foundation | Children's Literacy Program and Autism Certification | $100,000 |
| Indiana Repertory Theatre | Come From Away Musical Production | $100,000 |
| JobSource Inc | Heartland Scholar House | $100,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Jacobs Virtual Academy | $88,530 |
| Loyola University Chicago School of Education | Online Undergraduate Program in Applied Behavior Studies | $83,333 |
| Harrison Center for the Arts | Polklore Museum Launch | $75,000 |
| Minnetrista Museum and Gardens | Development and Installation of Wonderscape | $75,000 |
| DePauw University | Comprehensive Support for Autistic Students | $50,000 |
| Friends of Upland Public Library | New Chapter for Upland Public Library | $50,000 |
| Taylor University | Online Master of Education in Special Education | $50,000 |
| Youth Global Perspectives | College and Career Readiness | $45,000 |
| LeTourneau University | Bridges Program | $40,000 |
| Carey Services | Autism Training Initiative | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Angela Darlington
- Marylou Habecker
- Norma Korporal
- Dr Susan Wilczynski
- Loralee Songer
Questions people ask
Does Avis Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Avis Foundation Inc give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Avis Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Angela Darlington (President), Marylou Habecker (Vice President), Norma Korporal (Secretary) and Dr Susan Wilczynski (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Avis Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and disability.