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Auen Foundation is a private trust based in PALM DESERT, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1991. The principal officer is Joseph K Glassett. It holds total assets of $33M. Annual income is reported at $17.1M. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Auen Foundation has made 191 grants totaling $3.7M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has decreased from $1.2M in 2020 to $879K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $125K, with an average award of $20K. The foundation has supported 91 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Tennessee, New Jersey, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$19K
Largest Grant
$125K
Based on 43 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Auen Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 191 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, TN, NJ.
Auen Foundation has distributed a total of $3.7M across 191 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $20K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $125K.
Auen Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Auen Foundation is headquartered in PALM DESERT, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrie Auen | Trustee | $230K | $32K | $262K |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$33M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$32.9M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
191
Total Giving
$3.7M
Average Grant
$20K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
91
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palm Springs International Film SocietySenior volunteer program's and screening for seniors | Palm Springs, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Eisenhower Medical Centerto support Eisenhower's new Cardiovascular Institute | Rancho Mirage, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Usc - Davis School Of Gerontologyto help purchase Lucid Resipher Oxygen Consumption Monitor | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Coronado Hospital Foundationto support Phase II of the Campaign for Emergency and Intensive Care at Sharp Coronado Hospital | Coronado, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| The Ranch Recovery Centers IncSenior Scholarships | Desert Hot Springs, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Read With Me Volunteer Programsto support Intergenerational Reading Programs | Rancho Mirage, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Csusb - Philanthropic Foundationto support scholarship fund for nurses | Palm Desert, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Rancho Mirage Writer'S Festivalto help support videos to reach all people regardless of home bound or other restrictions | Rancho Mirage, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S Research Hospitalprogram support | Santa Ana, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Living Desert Reserveto support educational outreach to memory care assisted living and low income senior centers in Coachella Valley | Palm Desert, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| American Heart Association - Coachella Valley Divisionto support your most under-resourced and high-risk residents in Indio through community-based hypertension outreach programs | Riverside, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Coachella Valley Repertory TheatreIntergenerational Collaboration and Lighting the Way | Cathedral City, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Dogs For Our Bravefor service dogs and training for veterans - to help increase the size of the training center | Rancho Mirage, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Barbara Sinatra Children'S Center At Eisenhowerto support seniors raising children | Rancho Mirage, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Aids Assistance Programto help purchase 175 food vouchers | Palm Springs, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Rutgers University Foundationenhancing quality of end-of-life care | Newark, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| Well In The Desertto help homeless seniors and the handicapped | Palm Springs, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| College Of The Desert Foundationto fund the nursing program | Palm Desert, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Alzheimers Coachella Valleyto support the "Endless Possibilities" as a Producing Sponsor | Palm Desert, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Joslyn Senior Centerfor ongoing support of Joslyn Wellness Center programs and services | Palm Desert, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Sharp Hospicecare Fundfor construction of a Hospice Home in Poway | La Mesa, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Friends Of The Cultural Center Incto support the McCallum Theatre's Muse Annual Fundraiser | Palm Desert, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Old Town Artisan Studiosto provide and expand intergenerational programs | La Quinta, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| My Jump Incmaking wishes come true for seniors | Indian Wells, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Elderhelpto support Senior Food Programs | San Diego, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Tools For TomorrowIntergenerational Educational Programs | Palm Desert, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| The Desert Symphony Incintergenerational programs | Palm Desert, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Parade Charities IncPresenting Sponsor for the Senior Seating section for the 2023 Golf Cart Parade | Palm Desert, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Coronado Promenade Concertsto underwrite the Special Band Labor Day Sunday performance | Coronado, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Braille Institute Of America Incto help continue to provide free Low Vision services | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Pacific Heart Lung & Blood Institute - Phlbito offset cost of a new freezer to keep tissue, blood, and placentas specimens safe | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Palm Springs International Piano Competitionto support Senior tickets and Senior volunteers working on the events | Palm Springs, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Guide Dogs Of The DesertEvent Sponsor to thank supporters of Guide Dogs | Palm Springs, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Act For Multiple SclerosisSenior general support | Palm Desert, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| World Affairs Council Of The Desertto prepare students for a life in a globally connected world, and for senior volunteers and students to work together. | Palm Desert, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Operation Safe House Incto help keep kids safe | Riverside, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Mamysh Incto help families with intergenerational problems and counseling | Upland, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Spiritual Outreach Ministriesto help fund the needs of at risk seniors | Palm Desert, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Coronado Fourth Of Julyhelping the community with costs for the parade | Coronado, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| International Classical Concerts Of The Desertsenior entertainment programs | La Quinta, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Palm Springs Cultural Centerto support Broadway's Best in the West and Senior Food Program | Palm Springs, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Lupus Foundation Of Americato support the golf fundraiser for Lupus | Washington, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Palm Springs Unified School Districtsponsorship for the High School MTU's Broadway Bash | Palm Springs, CA | $1K | 2023 |
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