Paul D Austin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul D Austin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $34,000. 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$92,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,650 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $72,025 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $72,650 | 15 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $92,750 | 16 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Paul D Austin 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 Paul D Austin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 13 | $89,750 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Ok Foundation Inc | Charitable - educational | $34,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes-Central Ok | Charitable | $13,000 |
| Oklahoma United Methodist Foundation | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Westminister Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $7,500 |
| City Rescue Mission | Charitable - indigent persons | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital Research Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Luke's Methodist Church | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The United Way of Central Oklahoma | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Nichols Hills Parks Inc | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Mayo Clinic - Arizona | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mercy Health Center Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul D Austin
- Opal Jane Austin
- John L Austin
- Mark D Austin
Questions people ask
Does Paul D Austin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul D Austin Family Foundation give?
$92,750 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Paul D Austin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul D Austin (Trustee), Opal Jane Austin (Co-Trustee), John L Austin (Co-Trustee) and Mark D Austin (Co-Trustee).
What does Paul D Austin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and science and research.