Tusher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tusher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$26.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $990,000 | 5 | $25.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 1 | $23.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 1 | $25.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 3 | $26.8 million |
How to apply
Tusher Family 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 Tusher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 2 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada Museum of Art | Arts and education | $500,000 |
| University of Nevada Reno Foundation | Education | $500,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Education | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Tusher
- Pauline B Tusher
- Gregory Malcolm Tusher
Questions people ask
Does Tusher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tusher Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs Tusher Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Tusher (President/Trustee), Pauline B Tusher (Vice-President/Trustee) and Gregory Malcolm Tusher (Secretary/Treasurer/Trustee).
What does Tusher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.