The Aver Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aver Foundation is a private foundation in Hendersonville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,075 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$22,075
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$612,702
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $471,296 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 7 | $527,668 |
| 2025 | $22,075 | 7 | $612,702 |
How to apply
The Aver 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 The Aver Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,075 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Disability Institute | General operational support | $5,000 |
| Davidson College | General operational support | $3,500 |
| Muddy Paws Rescue | General operational support | $3,075 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | General operational support | $3,000 |
| Denison University Institute | General operational support | $3,000 |
| The Free Clinics | General operational support | $2,500 |
| Fisher House Foundation | General operational support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis James Gasquet Fitzpatrick
- Alexandra Cline McArthur
- Rebecca Collier French Fitzpatrick
- Sarah Whittredge French
- William Owen Charles Fitzpatrick
Questions people ask
Does The Aver Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aver Foundation give?
$22,075 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Aver Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis James Gasquet Fitzpatrick (President/Di), Alexandra Cline McArthur (Treasurer/Di), Rebecca Collier French Fitzpatrick (Vice Preside) and Sarah Whittredge French (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Aver Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.