The Austin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Austin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $377,660 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,730 and the largest $100,800. 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$377,660
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,730
- Largest grant$100,800
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $320,440 the year before.
36% 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 | $174,333 | 15 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $320,440 | 21 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $377,660 | 16 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The 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 The Austin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 14 | $352,660 |
| Kansas | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma | Feed the hungry of eastern oklahoma through partner agencies and didrect programming. | $100,800 |
| Tulsa Cares | To achieve quality health outcomes for those living with HIV/AIDS. | $77,000 |
| Special Olympics Oklahoma | The mission of special olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other special olympics athletes and the community. | $50,000 |
| Tulsa Ballet | Provide programming, dance training and educational outreach more than 40,000 individuals each year | $36,500 |
| Osu Foundation | To unite donor and university passions and priorities to achieve excellence. | $22,900 |
| Tulsa Area United Way | Unite people and resources to improve lives and strengthen our communities. | $15,000 |
| Heartland Therapeutic Riding Inc | To improve the quality of life of those with disabilities and diverse needs through equine assisted services. | $15,000 |
| Oklahoma Project Women | A statewide comprehensive program providing free mammograms, diagnostic procedures and surgical services for oklahomans with no health insurance and limited financial resources | $11,460 |
| Individual | To provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia and to their caregivers and families. | $10,000 |
| Friends of Catholic Education Endowment Trust | Dedicated to providing a catholic school education in frederick county for all who seek it. | $10,000 |
| Museum of Tulsa History | Provide support for the tulsa historical society and museum for the community | $10,000 |
| Philbrook Museum | Support the operations of the tulsa art museum owned by the city of tulsa | $7,500 |
| Tulsa Boys' Home | To provide the highest quality residential care for young boys needing placement outside their home, for the purpose of developing well adjusted, responsible adults and strenghtening the family. | $5,000 |
| Individual | $2,500 | |
| First Tee of Tulsa | To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs and opportunities that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. | $2,000 |
| Youth Services of Tulsa | To value and accepet all youth, supporting and challenging them to embrace their potential. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert R Austin
- Elizabeth E Austin
Questions people ask
Does The Austin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Austin Family Foundation give?
$377,660 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,730.
Who runs The Austin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert R Austin (Trustee) and Elizabeth E Austin (Trustee).
What does The Austin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and education.