The Lanoe & Paul Scherer Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyAustin, Texas · EIN 38-3772758 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$78K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$5,181
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson Museum | Georgetown, TX | Public service | $26,094 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Austin, TX | Public service | $10,000 |
| Harvest House | Destin, FL | Public service | $10,000 |
| Klru | Austin, TX | Public service | $7,000 |
| Sky High for Kids | Houston, TX | Public service | $5,181 |
| Hrs True Hope | Georgetown, TX | Public service | $5,100 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Kerrville, TX | Public service | $5,000 |
| St David's Foundation | Austin, TX | Public service | $5,000 |
| Texas Performing Arts | Austin, TX | Public service | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $78,375 | 9 |
| 2024 | $102,292 | 11 |
| 2023 | $111,228 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349104396
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3772758
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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