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Amherst Foundation is a private corporation based in AUSTIN, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2012. The principal officer is Michael Sullivan. It holds total assets of $2.6M. Annual income is reported at $129K. Total assets have grown from $20K in 2011 to $2.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. Support small and medium-sized business development and workforce training. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas, California and Illinois. According to available records, Amherst Foundation has made 25 grants totaling $1.7M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has grown from $433K in 2020 to $1.3M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1M, with an average award of $68K. The foundation has supported 23 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, Texas, Illinois, which account for 56% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$300
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$19K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 14 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Grants for employee training and skills development with 50% reimbursement of training costs and associated wages
Support small and medium-sized business development and workforce training. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 25 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, TX, IL.
Amherst Foundation has distributed a total of $1.7M across 25 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $68K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1M.
Amherst Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Limited to small and medium-sized businesses in Amherst area. Applicants must have approved training plan.
Amherst Foundation is headquartered in AUSTIN, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Dobson | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Steve Gorman | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$2.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$2.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
25
Total Giving
$1.7M
Average Grant
$68K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
23
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Community Services IncCrossroads distributes food through our 150 Community Distribution Partners network, which includes agencies located throughout Dallas, Ellis, and Navarro counties. Crossroads provides food to individuals and families through our in-house Community Market four days a week and on the first Saturday of each month by appointment. | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Dana Farber Cancer InstituteTo support data research on cancer | Boston, MA | $1M | 2022 |
| Donee'S Of 1k - Ft Myer Relief 2022Amherst Foundation provided $1,000 to 150 individuals that were impacted by the hurricant hitting landfall on September 28, 2022 - Fort Myers Relief 2022 | Austin, TX | $150K | 2022 |
| Navy Seal Foundation IncThe Navy SEAL Foundation provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare. | Virginia Beach, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Fibrolamellar Cancer FoundationSupport for medical research regarding Fibrolamellar Cancer cure. | Greenwich, CT | $25K | 2022 |
| Prostate Cancer Center FoundationProstate cancer research. | Santa Monica, CA | $23K | 2022 |
| Acad Of Tele Arts Sci FoundationTo support educational and preservation programs including the Summer Internship programs, and support college student-produced video, digital and film productions | North Hollywood, CA | $18K | 2022 |
| ReadworksAnnual donation to help fund efforts to improve the literary comprehension of students and assist teachers to help reach the literary goals | Brooklyn, NY | $15K | 2022 |
| S Crescent Habitat For Humanity IncSouthern Crescent Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Every day, more and more families in South Metro Atlanta find themselves in a struggle to keep a decent roof over their heads. Caught in a poverty cycle of unpredictable rent increases, overcrowded conditions, or lack of access to land and affordable financing, these families live with a constant burden of uncertainty, stress, and fear. We believe that safe, decent and affordable shelter plays an | Jonesboro, GA | $5K | 2022 |
| Foundation Communities IncTo support the foundation to provide an affordable, attractive place to call home, as well as opportunities right at their doorstep to transform their lives. | Austin, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Donee'S Under 560Amherst Foundation provided various amounts to organizations: 1 donee $560, 2 donees $500 each, 1 donee $350, 3 donees $300 each, 1 donee $250, 1 donee $150, 1 donee $125, 3 donees $100 each, 1 donee $65, 1 donee $50 and 1 donee $25 total $3,775. | Austin, TX | $4K | 2022 |
| Rebuilding Together AustinRebuilding Together Austin has helped over 250 low-income, elderly, disabled and Veteran homeowners in the Austin area with critical health and safety repairs and accessibility modifications to their homes. The repairs we make on each home are based on the 7 principles of healthy homes. Those include keep the home: safe, maintained, pest free, contaminant free, ventilated, clean and dry.Mission Statement Repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives. We envision safe homes and c | Austin, TX | $2K | 2022 |
| Feeding AmericaThe mission is to advance change in America by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food for all in partnership with food banks, policymakers, supporters, and the communities we serve. Our vision is an America where no one is hungry. | Chicago, IL | $150K | 2020 |
| Capital City Fund For EductationTo help provide educational opportunities for at risk students | Austin, TX | $50K | 2020 |
| The Nobelity ProjectTo further the organization's charitable causes | Austin, TX | $25K | 2020 |
| Firefly FundSponsorship for an annual event benefitting the research to help find a cure for Neimann-Pick Type C1 NPC1. | Austin, TX | $25K | 2020 |
| Mount Sinai HospitalTo Further the Organization's Charitable Causes | Cleveland, OH | $15K | 2020 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenSupport of cancer treatment | New York, NY | $550 | 2020 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma SocietyThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. | Austin, TX | $300 | 2020 |
| Westlake SoftballSupport of youth athletics | Austin, TX | $250 | 2020 |
| American Heart AssociationThe American Heart Association is a nonprofit organization in the United States that funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living and fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke. | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2020 |
| Streetsquash IncTo provide consistent, long-term, and reliable support to the children, families, and schools in Harlem and Newark. By exposing students to a broad range of experiences and by maintaining the highest standards, StreetSquash helps all participants realize their academic, athletic, and personal potential. | New York, NY | N/A | 2020 |
| Humane Soceity Laporte Barrien CounTo enhance the Community by giving animals, and the people who love them, a second chance. | Michigan City, IN | N/A | 2020 |