Ausherman Family Foundation
The Ausherman Family Foundation is a private family philanthropic organization based in Frederick County, Maryland (established 2001) that provides grants for capacity building, programs, projects and multi-year initiatives. The site includes detailed information on grant programs, trustees and staff, contact details, and recent news.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A nonprofit based in Frederick County or elsewhere in Maryland doing community-focused work (arts, mental health, youth development, basic needs) seeking operating, program, or capacity-building support.
Good Fit
- • Located in Frederick County or elsewhere in Maryland with clear local impact.
- • Requesting general operating, capacity-building, or program/project support.
- • Programs in arts & culture, mental health, youth development, or community services.
- • Able to demonstrate measurable local outcomes and partnerships.
- • Project scale aligned with typical award sizes (many small grants, occasional mid-size awards).
Geography
Observed giving is overwhelmingly local: about 98% of dollars went to Maryland grantees, with heavy concentration in Frederick County despite grants recorded in a handful of other states.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows a broad portfolio of independent recipients (81 distinct grantees) spanning arts, health, youth, food security and community services, with many small awards alongside several larger grants.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of openness includes a published online application process and 47 new recipients funded in the latest year; with two years of filings available, recipient turnover suggests new entrants can access funding.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
