Sereno Mare Blu Foundation

AUSTIN, TX EIN: 46-4355517

Sereno Mare Blu Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in AUSTIN, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $103K. Net investment income was $26K.

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$1.0M

+2.5% YoY

Annual Giving

$103K

+0.0% YoY

Grant Count

7

+0.0% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$15K

+0.0% YoY

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Sereno Mare Blu Foundation reported a distributable amount of $59K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

About Sereno Mare Blu Foundation

Based on IRS filings

Sereno Mare Blu Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in AUSTIN, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $103K. Net investment income was $26K.

Ready to take the next step with Sereno Mare Blu Foundation?

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

Grant Distribution by State

7states

Cities

AustinBlancoColumbiaFremontHoustonIndianapolisKissimmeeMarble FallsMemphisTitusvilleWashington

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Revenue
Expenses
Qualifying Distributions
Net Investment Income
$0$129K$257K$386K$514K20202021202220232024
Metric202420232022
Total Assets$1,015,731$990,646$1,009,833
Revenue$142,366$91,218$467,311
Expenses$117,281$110,405$83,828
Qualifying Distributions$102,950$102,918$74,658
Net Investment Income$25,605$26,064$11,301
Distributable Amount$58,901$52,262$37,329

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$28K$56K$84K$112K6 grants202012 grants20218 grants20227 grants20237 grants2024

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 7 recipients in 2024

St Jude Childrens Resear…$50KSchoenstatt Movement of …$50KSt Edward's University$2KBlanco County 4-H$200Salvation Army$200United States Law Enforc…$100National Police Associat…$100

Grant Size Distribution

40 grants across all recorded years

37<$50K3$50–100K$100–250K$250–500K$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include St Jude Childrens Research Hospital ($50,000), Schoenstatt Movement of Austin ($50,000), St Edward's University ($2,350).

RecipientPurposeAmount
St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Memphis, TNTo further the hospital's research mission to understand, treat and defeat childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.$50,000
Blanco County 4-H Blanco, TXTo further the mission to engage youth to reach their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development.$200
St Edward's University Austin, TXTo further the university's mission to educate the hearts and minds of undergraduate and graduate students so they are prepared to make a difference.$2,350
Schoenstatt Movement of Austin Austin, TXTo further the mission to provide spiritual formation through the Marian Shrine dedicated to Mary, Our Lady of Schoenstatt.$50,000
Salvation Army Austin, TXTo further the organization's mission to provide family emergency shelter in Central Texas and to serve people with shelter, addiction rehabilitation, clothing, meals and direct support.$200
United States Law Enforcement Found Titusville, FLTo further the foundation's mission of unwavering advocacy and support of law enforcement professionals.$100
National Police Association Indianapolis, INTo further the mission to support federal and local law enforcement agencies, promote supportive policies, educate the public, and promote protection of officers' rights and public safety.$100

Leadership & Key People

Officers and directors from IRS filings

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

NameTitleHoursCompensation
Diana Z YoungPresident5
Emily M YoungDirector2
Grace M YoungDirector2

Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sereno Mare Blu Foundation?

Sereno Mare Blu Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in AUSTIN, TX. It holds $1.0M in total assets as of 2024.

How large is Sereno Mare Blu Foundation?

As of 2024, Sereno Mare Blu Foundation holds $1.0M in total assets with $142K in annual revenue. It awarded 7 grants totaling $103K in 2024.

Where does Sereno Mare Blu Foundation operate?

Sereno Mare Blu Foundation has awarded grants in California, District of Columbia, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Tennessee, Texas.

What size grants does Sereno Mare Blu Foundation award?

In 2024, Sereno Mare Blu Foundation awarded 7 grants totaling $103K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

How much is Sereno Mare Blu Foundation required to give away each year?

Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Sereno Mare Blu Foundation reported a distributable amount of $59K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

What is Sereno Mare Blu Foundation's EIN?

Sereno Mare Blu Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4355517. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.

Explore Open Grants

Browse active grant opportunities in Sereno Mare Blu Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database

Related Funders

Similar funders by location and focus area

Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.

What could you do with Sereno Mare Blu Foundation on Grantable?

  • Assess strategic fit with your organization
  • Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
  • Find open RFPs from this funder
  • Monitor for new funding opportunities

Go from researching Sereno Mare Blu Foundation to a real strategy.

Plan your approach