American Independence Foundation
Preselected recipients only
American Independence Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,400 the year before.
78% 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 | $82,000 | 12 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $85,400 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
American Independence 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 3 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 9 | $778,300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $600,000 |
| California | 1 | $370,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Society of the DAR | As Needed | $600,000 |
| Individual | As Needed | $370,000 |
| Spread the Word Nevada | As needed | $150,000 |
| Nevada State DAR | As Needed | $110,000 |
| Awaken | As needed | $100,000 |
| Northern NV Childeren's Cancer Fdn | As needed | $100,000 |
| Eddy House | As needed | $100,000 |
| Individual | As Needed | $100,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | As Needed | $100,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Chapter NSDAR | As Needed | $16,000 |
| Step 2 | As Needed | $2,300 |
Officers and trustees
- David Micell
- Laura Micell
Questions people ask
Does American Independence Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does American Independence Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs American Independence Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Micell (President) and Laura Micell (Secretary).