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Preselected only
The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets and giving by year
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Tax year 2024
$1,064,000
- Grants listed
- 56
- Assets, end of year
- $32,989,820
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Tax year 2023
$878,700
- Grants listed
- 47
- Assets, end of year
- $33,730,911
-
Tax year 2022
$836,000
- Grants listed
- 47
- Assets, end of year
- $33,717,681
-
Tax year 2021
$836,500
- Grants listed
- 43
- Assets, end of year
- $34,883,126
-
Tax year 2020
$1,189,840
- Grants listed
- 54
- Assets, end of year
- $34,461,575
Grants paid in 2024
As listed on the return.
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The Palm Springs International Film SocietyPalm Springs, CA
to support Senior Volunteer Programs for the 2025 film festival
$50,000 -
Alzheimers Coachella ValleyPalm Desert, CA
to support services for Alzheimer's clients
$50,000 -
Barbara Sinatra Children's Center at EisenhowerRancho Mirage, CA
to help expand the Forensic Medical services
$50,000 -
Eisenhower Medical CenterRancho Mirage, CA
to support development of Eisenhower Intergenerational Child Care Center
$50,000 -
Rancho Mirage Writer's FestivalRancho Mirage, CA
to continue videotaping and airing of all Festival sessions for seniors that are not able to attend
$35,000 -
Alzheimers Coachella ValleyPalm Desert, CA
to fund charitable services for those living with cognitive impairment
$30,000 -
Read With Me Volunteer ProgramsPalm Desert, CA
Intergenerational Reading Mentoring Program
$30,000 -
Joslyn Senior CenterPalm Desert, CA
to support the Aging Mastery Program
$30,000 -
DAP HealthPalm Springs, CA
to help with the dental program
$30,000 -
The Ranch Recovery Centers IncDSRT Hot SPGS, CA
scholarships for seniors
$30,000 -
Living Desert ReservePalm Desert, CA
to support Senior Volunteer Programs
$25,000 -
Old Town Artisan StudiosLa Quinta, CA
to support senior programs
$25,000 -
Desert ArcPalm Desert, CA
to help purchase a forklift for the mentally and physically challenged clients
$25,000 -
Operation Safehouse IncRiverside, CA
to help with repair and maintenance because of hurricane damage
$25,000 -
Coachella Valley SymphonyRancho Mirage, CA
to support free outdoor concerts for the entire community
$25,000 -
Palm Springs Air MuseumPalm Springs, CA
Education living history teaching programs in the Ronald M. Auen Learning Center
$25,000 -
Braille Institute of America IncLos Angeles, CA
to help with free low-vision care rehabilitation services
$25,000 -
Coronado Island Film FestivalCoronado, CA
ease of festival and outreach for the aging population
$25,000 -
ACT for Multiple SclerosisPalm Desert, CA
for direct services for people suffering from MS
$25,000 -
Sharp HospiceCare FundLa Mesa, CA
to help complete construction, beautify the grounds, and properly decorate home's interior
$25,000 -
AIDS Assistance ProgramPalm Springs, CA
to assist in purchasing food vouchers
$25,000 -
Coachella Valley Volunteers In MedicineIndio, CA
to provide no-charge primary care services to low-income residents over 55
$25,000 -
Coronado Hospital FoundationCoronado, CA
to help purchase FEES equipment
$25,000 -
Salk Institute for Biological StudiesLa Jolla, CA
for the molecular neurobiology to study brain forms and functions for Alzheimer's and other disorders
$20,000 -
Well in the DesertPalm Springs, CA
to Insure Food Programs
$20,000 -
Coachella Valley Repertory TheatreCathedral City, CA
to continue your Youth Outreach Program and newly formed Theatre For Young Audiences Production
$20,000 -
Lemhi County Historical Society and MuseumSalmon, ID
to support the sustainability of the Shirley Walker Research Center and the Lemhi County Historical Society and museum
$20,000 -
American Heart Association - Coachella Valley DivisionRiverside, CA
to help fund the SMBP program
$20,000 -
Jewish Family Service of the DesertPalm Springs, CA
In honor of Ron Snow who wakes up every morning and says "What can I do to make the world a better place?"
$20,000 -
Mizell Senior CenterPalm Springs, CA
to support healthy and engaged lifestyles for seniors
$20,000 -
Operation Safehouse IncRiverside, CA
to support Harrison House for at risk youths
$20,000 -
Tools For TomorrowPalm Desert, CA
program support
$20,000 -
Tools For TomorrowPalm Desert, CA
Intergenerational Children's Art Programs
$15,000 -
The Desert Symphony IncPalm Desert, CA
to support intergenerational music programs
$15,000 -
Parade Charities IncPalm Desert, CA
2024 Golf Cart Parade Auen Foundation Senior Seating Area
$15,000 -
ElderhelpSan Diego, CA
to help seniors remain independent in their home
$15,000 -
Palm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs, CA
senior entertainment
$10,000 -
Desert TheaterworksIndio, CA
senior programs
$10,000 -
Coronado Promenade ConcertsCoronado, CA
providing music programs for all ages in the community
$8,000 -
Amy's PurposeMorongo Valley, CA
program support
$6,000 -
Boys and Girls Club of Coachella ValleyPalm Desert, CA
to honor Judy Vassler
$5,000 -
Parkinson's Resource OrganizationIndian Wells, CA
caregivers support
$5,000 -
ACT for Multiple SclerosisPalm Desert, CA
for strength training and circulation therapies
$5,000 -
Angel View IncCathedral City, CA
program support
$5,000 -
Grandparents LovePalm Desert, CA
operating expenses
$5,000 -
Habitat for Humanity - Coachella ValleyPalm Desert, CA
to support seniors through the A Brush with Kindness program
$5,000 -
Inland Counties Legal ServicesRiverside, CA
to support the guardianship clinic
$5,000 -
Palm Springs Art MuseumPalm Springs, CA
to further expand and enhance senior programs
$5,000 -
Coronado Fourth of JulyCoronado, CA
operating expenses
$5,000 -
International Classical Concerts of the DesertLa Quinta, CA
to bring classical concerts to the elderly community
$5,000 -
Foundation for Palm Springs Unified School DistrictPalm Springs, CA
to facilitate all of the music preparation
$5,000 -
Grandparents LovePalm Desert, CA
to help families in need
$5,000 -
Joslyn Senior CenterPalm Desert, CA
for your good work
$5,000 -
Loving All AnimalsPalm Desert, CA
operating expenses
$5,000 -
Mamysh IncUpland, CA
to help families with counseling and emotional proplems
$5,000 -
Spiritual Outreach MinistriesPalm Desert, CA
to help provide needs for at risk seniors
$5,000
Where the money goes
By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.
- Health9 grants $290,00043% of the total
- Education6 grants $115,00017% of the total
- Human services6 grants $115,00017% of the total
- Arts and culture6 grants $78,00012% of the total
- Sports and recreation1 grant $50,0007% of the total
- Science and technology1 grant $20,0003% of the total
- 2 other causes2 grants $10,0001% of the total
By State
Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.
- California55 grants $1,044,000
- Idaho1 grant $20,000
Officers, directors and trustees
As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.
- Sherrie AuenTRUSTEE Hours 36Pay $277,371
The return
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