The Augellara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Augellara Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $50,000 | 3 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 3 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 5 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Augellara 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Augellara Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlands Network | Our mission is to reconnect, restore and rewild North America so that Life-- In all its diversity-- Can migrate. | $30,000 |
| First Baptist Church | To Help finance a projector system. | $25,000 |
| Laurel Volunteer Fire Department | Laurel Volunteer fire dept is to buy safety gear. | $20,000 |
| Mikeroweworks Foundation | To support the charitable and educational activities including programs that promote and provide scholarships for individuals pursuing careers in the skilled trades. | $10,000 |
| Xerces Society | For habitat restoration, specific protection, and research efforts related to pollinators and other invertebrates. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gay Ann Turville
- Dean Turville
Questions people ask
Does The Augellara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Augellara Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Augellara Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gay Ann Turville (Co-Trustee) and Dean Turville (Co-Trustee).
What does The Augellara Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.