The Ayres Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ayres Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$11,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$433,427
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $17,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $17,000 | 5 | $360,667 |
| 2023 | $17,000 | 6 | $412,335 |
| 2024 | $11,000 | 3 | $433,427 |
How to apply
The Ayres 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 Ayres Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $8,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WGBH Educational Foundation | Unrestricted general | $6,000 |
| Little Compton Food Bank | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| The Share Foundation | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
- Stephen L O'Connor
Questions people ask
Does The Ayres Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ayres Foundation give?
$11,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Ayres Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee) and Stephen L O'Connor (Co-Trustee).
What does The Ayres Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.