Archer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Archer Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $325,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$325,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$802,964
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,000 the year before.
86% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $250,000 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2023 | $150,000 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $325,000 | 7 | $802,964 |
How to apply
Archer 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.
What Archer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $310,000 |
| Nevada | 4 | $11,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Research Management Group | To support the research of miro, an early molecular measurment for parkinson's disease. | $300,000 |
| American Youth Soccer Organization | To teach, promote & develop youth soccer in the u.s., to develop youngsters in body and character, and to foster soccer competition for such youth. | $10,000 |
| Composers Showcase LV LTD | To provide a platform and a forum for composers and lyricists, to share their original music and to encourage new collaborations. | $5,000 |
| Alvernia University | A catholic comprehensive university with a liberal arts foundation founded by the bernardine franciscan sisters. | $4,000 |
| Las Vegas Mens Chorus | Provide musical experience to invoke, inspire, promote, change, build inclusive community, and celebrate differences. | $2,000 |
| A Public Fit Corporation | To promote the production and dissemination of literary related works of art for education and developmental awareness and to conduct interactive assemblies for expansion of their understanding and interest in these arts | $2,000 |
| Big Four Educational Theatre | Giving hands on experience to community participants presented to a wide range of audiences, many of which are seniors on fixed income. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Betty L van Steenwyk
- Matthew D van Steenwyk
- Elizabeth Busby
- Matthew T van Steenwyk
- Gretchen C van Steenwyk
Questions people ask
Does Archer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Archer Foundation give?
$325,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Archer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Betty L van Steenwyk (Trustee, President), Matthew D van Steenwyk (Trustee, Treasurer & Secretary), Elizabeth Busby (Trustee) and Matthew T van Steenwyk (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Archer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.