The Avery Family Foundation Inc
The Avery Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Tampa, Florida. In its 2024 filing, it reported giving $126,323 through 21 grants to charitable organizations.
The Avery Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Avery Family Foundation Inc gave $126K across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Virginia. 57% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $126,323
- -16.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- +40.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,015
- -40.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $192,980
- -29.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 57% first-time grantees (12 of 21, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Virginia (86% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Avery Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 16205 Sonsoles De Avila, Tampa, FL 33613
Phone: (813) 765-1111
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Avery Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Friedreichs Ataxia Research Allianc ($109K). Together the top 10 received $124K.
Grant Size Distribution
62 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 58 grants of 62 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 86% of grant dollars went to recipients in Virginia and 11% to recipients in Florida. New York received 2%; New Jersey and North Carolina each accounted for 0% as reported in the filing.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Avery Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
57%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 12 of 21 grantees (57%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $978; repeat grants $13K. How we count
Medians: $375 first-time, $500 repeat.
- 24% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 20% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 738% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $71K (2020) to $151K (2023). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $126K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friedreichs Ataxia Research Allianc Springfield, VA | For Fundraising & General Support | $108,735 |
| Pasco County Fair Association Inc Dade City, FL | General Support | $7,388 |
| Lamplighters Inc Tampa, FL | Denim & Diamonds Sponsorship | $2,650 |
| Arise Alliance Institute Inc Tampa, FL | Brave Bash Fundraiser | $1,500 |
| Fish & Wildlife Fdn of Florida Inc Tallahassee, FL | Support Wildlife Conservation | $1,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society New York, NY | For Medical Research | $1,000 |
| Christopher & Dana Reeves Fdn Short Hills, NJ | Team Reeve Fundraiser | $500 |
| Metropolitan Ministries Tampa, FL | General Support | $500 |
| Pendragon Inc Saranac Lake, NY | Support Youth Performers/Artists | $500 |
| Special Operations Memorial Fund Macdill Air Force Base, FL | General Support | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $192,980 | $45,926 | $131,171 | $126,323 | 21 | $126,323 | $41,946 | $17,124 |
| 2023 | $272,025 | $342,376 | $184,460 | $151,015 | 15 | $151,015 | $60,403 | $6,796 |
| 2021 | $218,720 | $313,326 | $195,100 | $105,040 | 13 | $105,040 | — | $7,902 |
| 2020 | $98,404 | $33,939 | $78,145 | $70,745 | 13 | — | — | $3,535 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Avery Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $17K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations working in areas including research, mental wellness, homelessness services, theatre and arts, conservation, and community and charitable activities.
The grantees describe their work in their own terms. For example, ARISE Alliance Institute says it works to advance mental wellness through research, clinician training, education, and access to therapeutic systems. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society says its aims are to cure MS and empower people affected by it. Metropolitan Ministries says it serves people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Pendragon describes its work as preserving and enhancing professional theatre through performances and education programs.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation made 21 grants totaling $126,323. Grants ranged from $50 to $108,735, with a median grant of $500.
The largest 2024 grant was $108,735 to Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance for fundraising and general support. Other grants included $7,388 to Pasco County Fair Association for general support, $2,650 to Lamplighters for a sponsorship, and $1,500 to ARISE Alliance Institute for its Brave Bash fundraiser. The foundation also gave $1,000 to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for medical research and $500 to Metropolitan Ministries for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Paul E Avery, Suzanne M Avery, and Paul Jacobs as directors.
The Avery Family Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paul E. Avery
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Jacobs
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzanne M. Avery
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Avery Family Foundation Inc
How much does The Avery Family Foundation Inc give each year?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc gave $126K across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $151K across 15 grants.
What is The Avery Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $500, and its average grant was $6,015, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Avery Family Foundation Inc that year got $978 on average.
Where does The Avery Family Foundation Inc give grants?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in Virginia: 86% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tampa, FL (5 grants), Saranac Lake, NY (3 grants) and Tallahassee, FL (2 grants).
Does The Avery Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 48% of The Avery Family Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 21) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Avery Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Friedreichs Ataxia Research Allianc ($108,735), Pasco County Fair Association Inc ($7,388) and Lamplighters Inc ($2,650), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 94% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Avery Family Foundation Inc?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc reported $193K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $126K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Avery Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations working in areas including research, mental wellness, homelessness services, theatre and arts, conservation, and community and charitable activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Avery Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Avery Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Avery Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8091168. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Avery Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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