Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation
Accepts applications
Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation is a private foundation in Henderson, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $525,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$525,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$23.5 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $339,988 the year before.
62% 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 | $361,700 | 12 | $10.0 million |
| 2023 | $192,063 | 3 | $22.4 million |
| 2024 | $339,988 | 13 | $23.2 million |
| 2025 | $525,250 | 13 | $23.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Don F Ahern 8350 Eastgate Road, Henderson, NV 98015 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (702) 523-9585 |
| What to submit | Applications should be in writing. |
| Restrictions | Grant awards to individuals challenged with seizure syndrome and other medical challenges for education and medical care. |
What Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 9 | $290,250 |
| Utah | 1 | $200,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unlv Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| BYU | General support | $200,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Epilepsy research | $20,000 |
| Eagle Valley Children's Home | General support | $10,000 |
| Hundley Foundation | Families children affected by epilepsy | $10,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Lake Mead Christian Academy | 2025-2026 registration and tuition | $6,750 |
| First Choice Pregnancy Services | Givefirst choice | $5,000 |
| Children's Service Guild of Southern Nevada | General support | $5,000 |
| Trinity Church of God in Christ | Youth and youth leaders to training in az | $3,000 |
| Calvary Chapel Green Valley | Camp summer 2025 | $2,500 |
| Calvary Redrock Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Faith Communications Corp | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Don Ahern
- Carolyn Ahern
Questions people ask
Does Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation give?
$525,250 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Don Ahern (President, Secretary, & Treasurer) and Carolyn Ahern (Executive Director).
What does Dayna Lynn Ahern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.