The Garber Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Garber Family Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $418,953 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $262,445. 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$418,953
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$262,445
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $377,008 the year before.
50% 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 | $377,008 | 14 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $418,953 | 12 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Garber 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 Garber Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $262,445 |
| Idaho | 6 | $141,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $8 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Waters | General support | $262,445 |
| Far and Wise | General donation | $60,000 |
| Intrepid Events - Sun Valley Tour de Force | Hunger coalition donation | $50,000 |
| Wood River Trails Coalition | General support | $13,500 |
| Convoy of Hope | Hurricane helene relief | $10,000 |
| Wood River Community YMCA | General support | $8,000 |
| The Space | General support | $5,000 |
| Austin Ems Relief Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| The Advocates | General support | $5,000 |
| Passthrough From Aj Cap Re Fund II | From passthrough entity | $5 |
| Passthrough From Q-Blk Real Assets II LP | From passthrough entity | $2 |
| Passthrough From Fortress Credit Opp Fund V(a) LP | From passthrough entity | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Ross B Garber
- Laurie A Garber
- Hailey Copland
- Adele Garber
Questions people ask
Does The Garber Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Garber Family Foundation give?
$418,953 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Garber Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ross B Garber (President), Laurie A Garber (Vice President), Hailey Copland (Trustee) and Adele Garber (Trustee).
What does The Garber Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and human services.