Usher Family Foundation
The Usher Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Bonita Springs, Florida. Its principal charitable activity is distributing income and principal to public charities; in 2024, it distributed $1,023,136 to qualified charities.
Usher Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Usher Family Foundation gave $1.0M across 166 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 36% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,023,136
- +4.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 166
- +9.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,163
- -4.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $6,294,781
- -8.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 36% first-time grantees (59 of 166, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (58% 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 Usher Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation contributes only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 26124 Fawnwood Court, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Phone: (239) 992-1553
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Usher Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Prison Fellowship ($50K). Together the top 10 received $346K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($10,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
710 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 694 grants of 710 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Pennsylvania recipients received 58% of grant dollars, followed by Virginia (12%), Missouri (7%), Florida (6%), and Illinois (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 166 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Usher Family Foundation open to new grantees?
36%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 59 of 166 grantees (36%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 55% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 40% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 197% 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 $935K (2022) to $1.7M (2021). In 2024 it made 166 grants totaling $1.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prison Fellowship Merrifield, VA | exempt function of charity | $50,000 |
| Lutheran Church Missouri Synod St. Louis, MO | exempt function of charity | $39,000 |
| Christ Church of Fox Chapel Fox Chapel, PA | exempt function of charity | $37,400 |
| Pittsburgh Kids Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | exempt function of charity | $37,000 |
| Family Guidance Cranberry Twp, PA | exempt function of charity | $32,500 |
| David Horowitz Foundation Valencia, CA | exempt function of charity | $30,000 |
| Imani Christian Academy Pittsburgh, PA | exempt function of charity | $30,000 |
| Lauren Mountain Christian Camp Rector, PA | exempt function of charity | $30,000 |
| Lutheran Disaster Response Hurricane Helene Merrifield, VA | exempt function of charity | $30,000 |
| Pastoral Leadership Institute Wheaton, IL | exempt function of charity | $30,000 |
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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 | $6,294,781 | $479,753 | $1,192,636 | $1,023,136 | 166 | $1,126,845 | $339,776 | $572,830 |
| 2023 | $6,900,645 | $659,760 | $1,113,539 | $975,833 | 151 | $1,072,469 | $558,077 | $534,727 |
| 2022 | $7,348,997 | $527,893 | $1,108,662 | $935,078 | 140 | $1,039,168 | $418,301 | $554,884 |
| 2021 | $7,951,793 | $1,254,634 | $1,864,853 | $1,700,703 | 128 | $1,818,258 | $1,078,598 | $614,339 |
| 2020 | $7,977,335 | $507,501 | $1,380,475 | $1,191,162 | 125 | — | $337,760 | $534,857 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Usher Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $573K 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 filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Pittsburgh Kids Foundation says it serves churches and youth-serving agencies to better serve children and youth in the greater Pittsburgh area, and also assists Haitian orphanages, schools, and medical care. Imani Christian Academy says it serves children, particularly those who are underserved, with the aim of developing them spiritually, academically, physically, and socially.
Other 2024 recipients describe missions that include transforming the lives of youth from underserved neighborhoods through the promise of Jesus Christ (Family Guidance); developing pastoral leaders to connect people to Jesus (Pastoral Leadership Institute); empowering families and individuals to develop their potential (Hosanna House); and providing outdoor adventures to young adults affected by cancer and other serious health conditions (First Descents).
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 166 grants totaling $1,023,136. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $50,000, with a median of $1,500. Among its largest grants were $50,000 to Prison Fellowship, $39,000 to Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, $37,400 to Christ Church of Fox Chapel, $37,000 to Pittsburgh Kids Foundation, and $32,500 to Family Guidance. It also awarded $30,000 each to David Horowitz Foundation, Imani Christian Academy, Lauren Mountain Christian Camp, Lutheran Disaster Response Hurricane Helene, and Pastoral Leadership Institute.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sandra L Usher as Trustee, and Leanne Bentz, James M Usher, Aimee M Usher, and Thomas J Usher as Directors.
Usher Family Foundation's 2024 filing lists 5 officers; 3 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James M Usher
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
$25K (2020) → $25K (2024)
Leanne Bentz
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
$25K (2020) → $25K (2024)
Aimee M Usher
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.1 hrs/week
$13K (2024)
Sandra L Usher
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas J Usher
Director
Trustee → Trustee & Director, 2023
Trustee & Director → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Lauren T Gama (2020–2023) — Director · Filing note: Deceased
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $25K, to Leanne Bentz (Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Usher Family Foundation
How much does Usher Family Foundation give each year?
Usher Family Foundation gave $1.0M across 166 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $976K across 151 grants.
What is Usher Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Usher Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $6,163, across 166 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Usher Family Foundation that year got $6K on average.
Where does Usher Family Foundation give grants?
Usher Family Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 58% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Virginia (12%) and Missouri (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Pittsburgh, PA (29 grants), Washington, DC (10 grants), Merrifield, VA (7 grants) and Oakmont, PA (7 grants).
Who are Usher Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Usher Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Prison Fellowship ($50,000), Lutheran Church Missouri Synod ($39,000) and Christ Church of Fox Chapel ($37,400), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($10,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 12% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Usher Family Foundation?
Usher Family Foundation reported $6.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $573K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Usher Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Usher Family Foundation?
The foundation contributes only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Usher Family Foundation's EIN?
Usher Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-6681379. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Usher Family Foundation 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.
Data update history
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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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Grantable. (2026). Usher Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/usher-family-foundation-morg_aa8d11ba7d4d40d2adbd53170e36f2c9
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