The Albany Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Albany Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $589,047 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,457 and the largest $185,000. 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$589,047
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,457
- Largest grant$185,000
- Assets$13.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $550,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $550,000 | 10 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $589,047 | 22 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
The Albany 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 Albany Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $550,848 |
| New York | 2 | $10,914 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,457 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,457 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,457 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,457 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,457 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Richey Boys Ranch | Operating expenses | $185,000 |
| Old Jail Art Center | Operating expenses | $165,563 |
| Fort Griffin Fandangle | Operating expenses | $130,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Center for Child Protection | Operating expenses | $10,914 |
| Austin 20 | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Child Study Center | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Gizmo Maker Space | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Good Grief Camp | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Make A Wish | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| March of Dimes | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| North Texas Humane Society | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Conservation PTR | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| We Rise Above the Streets | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Zootown Arts Community Center | Operating expenses | $5,457 |
| Albany Chest | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's of Abilene | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Aztec Theater | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Albany Isd Project Graduation | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Henry M Rockwell Endowment Fund | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Albany Fire Department | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Albany Elementary PTO | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie A Jarvis
- Evan Hood
- Madeline Kasch
- Natalie Jones
Questions people ask
Does The Albany Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Albany Foundation give?
$589,047 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,457.
Who runs The Albany Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie A Jarvis (President), Evan Hood (Treasurer), Madeline Kasch (Director) and Natalie Jones (Director).
What does The Albany Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and health.