San Antonio Area Foundation
The San Antonio Area Foundation is a community foundation serving the greater San Antonio area. Founded in 1964, it operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity and serves as a philanthropic intermediary, holding endowments and funds that support local charities while sponsoring strategic initiatives that benefit the community. The foundation operates with 54 employees and engages 350 volunteers.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$640.7M
+7.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$35.4M
+18.3% YoY
Grant Count
379
+11.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$93K
+5.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To serve as your most trusted and impactful philanthropic partner.
Vision: To close opportunity gaps for those in San Antonio who need it most.
Core Values: Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Community (EPIC)
The foundation's work centers on three primary community initiative areas:
- Community Initiatives — Building a city where San Antonio residents are deeply connected, have equitable opportunities to thrive, and contribute to community vitality
- Successful Aging — Supporting programs and services for older adults
- Resilient Communities — Advancing equity through trust-based philanthropy and addressing root causes of social challenges
The foundation also provides nonprofit resources and training, helping organizations sustain and build their capacity.
Grantmaking
The San Antonio Area Foundation employs a trust-based approach to grantmaking. The foundation invests in the nonprofit community through funds established by donors who entrust the foundation with their philanthropic goals.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The San Antonio Area Foundation primarily funds in Texas, with secondary focus areas in California and Colorado. The foundation's primary service area is the greater San Antonio region and Bexar County.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $640,685,033
- Total Revenue: $108,029,836
- Total Expenses: $56,455,475
- Total Liabilities: $21,500,000
As of December 2023:
- Net Assets/Fund Balances: $566,557,256
- Investment Income: $16,722,546
- Program Service Revenue: $1,815,873
- Other Revenue: $764,538
The foundation operates a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution or investment of funds.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $640,685,033 | $594,225,008 | $525,679,071 |
| Revenue | $108,029,836 | $67,776,278 | $68,911,493 |
| Expenses | $56,455,475 | $46,974,424 | $55,540,535 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $58,590,114 | $16,722,546 | $14,049,356 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
79 open opportunities from San Antonio Area Foundation
Aaaron Ardoin Foundation Research & Education Grants
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Abrazo/Mitchard Birthmother Scholarship Fund Grant
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION
Amount
US $500 - US $750
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Ajay Castro Scholarship Fund Grant
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION
Amount
US $2,000 - US $6,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Chief Executive Officer: Nadege Souvenir
Governance: The foundation maintains a governing body of 21 voting members, all of whom are independent.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALEX PEREZ | CHAIRMAN | 2 | — |
| GENERAL TOM HILL | PAST CHAIR | 2 | — |
| BARBARA BARBIE O'CONNOR | CHAIR-ELECT (UNTIL 10/4/2024) | 2 | — |
| SUZANNE WADE | VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| SARAH HARTE | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| MICHAEL BOLNER | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| MARI AGUIRRE RODRIGUEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| YONNIE BLANCHETTE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JORGE ELIZONDO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BLAKE HASTINGS | DIRECTOR (UNTIL 5/4/2024) | 1 | — |
| ROBERT HERNANDEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID KOMET | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DEBBIE SEROT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GURPAUL SINGH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DR MORRIS STRIBLING | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HARRY W WOLFF JR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NADEGE SOUVENIR | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 44 | $338,055 |
| ARENDA BURNS | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 44 | $254,421 |
| LISA BRUNSVOLD | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFICER | 44 | $312,075 |
| APRIL HANSARD | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 44 | $217,032 |
| RYAN LUGALIA-HOLLON | CHIEF IMPACT OFFICER | 44 | $53,568 |
| JANE PACCIONE | MANAGING DIRECTOR OF COLLECTIVE IMPACT | 40 | $131,564 |
| JENNIFER COOK | DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY AND IMPACT | 40 | $167,129 |
| LORI MADLA | EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (UNTIL 8/14/24) | 40 | $319,417 |
| ELISE PARMA | ACCOUNTING MANAGER | 38 | $121,820 |
| HERNAN ROZEMBERG | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $117,683 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The San Antonio Area Foundation has announced new grant initiatives, including the launch of the Future Ready Impact grantee cohort. The foundation was selected for a new national initiative, reflecting its recognition as a leader in community philanthropy and trust-based grantmaking practices.
Future Ready: Area Foundation Announces New GrantsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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