Amherst Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amherst Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $166,088 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$166,088
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $360,080 the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $360,080 | 26 | $0 |
| 2024 | $166,088 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
Amherst 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 Amherst Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $98,588 |
| Virginia | 2 | $66,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Navy SEAL Foundation Inc | The Navy SEAL Foundation provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare. | $65,000 |
| Capital City Fund for Eductation | To help provide educational opportunities for at risk students | $50,000 |
| Firefly Fund | Sponsorship for an annual event benefitting the research to help find a cure for Neimann-Pick Type C1 NPC1. | $25,000 |
| Foundation Communities Inc | To support the foundation to provide an affordable, attractive place to call home, as well as opportunities right at their doorstep to transform their lives. | $5,000 |
| Inclusion Matters by Shane's Inspir | Is a powerful worldwide network of inclusive, sensory- and literacy-rich playgrounds with more on the way. Our mission has taken us to Mexico, Israel, Canada, Ecuador, Russia, Argentina, South Africa, Armenia, the Dominican Republic and beyond. Once the playgrounds open, we continue working with communities to bring social inclusion programs onto the playground and into schools | $5,000 |
| The Univesity of Texas | The mission of the University of Texas Foundation is to advance education by providing financial support to The University of Texas System, including its branches, departments, schools, and colleges across the fourteen institutions, to enhance research, teaching, scholarship, faculties, and facilities, ensuring excellence in education | $5,000 |
| Donee's under 500 - 16 total | Amherst Foundation provided various amounts to organizations: 20 donees of $500.00 or less totaling $6,193.00 | $3,088 |
| Project Schoolhouse | Support education, clean water and sanitation in rural Nicaraguan communities. | $3,000 |
| The Rise School | Education of special needs children | $2,500 |
| Hurricanes Baseball Inc | Organizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn't provide athletic facilities or equipment), or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals | $1,500 |
| Bear Hug Foundation | Provides a supportive summer camp experience to at-risk and under-served children, by partnering with community organizations and delivering a unique outdoor opportunity. Our broad range of programming and camp activities help foster personal growth and strengthen self-image, while building and developing positive friendship,skills and meaningful relationships. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sean Dobson
- Steve Gorman
Questions people ask
Does Amherst Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amherst Foundation give?
$166,088 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Amherst Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sean Dobson (Director) and Steve Gorman (Director).
What does Amherst Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and science and research.