Gaughan Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 86-0873950
Foundation Overview
Based in Las Vegas, NV, Gaughan Family Foundation has awarded 171 grants totaling $13,831,347 to organizations in Nevada, Indiana and 7 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $5,000 to $965,347, with a median award of $20,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
1 of 13 recipients (8%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
58% of grants are awarded in Nevada, with additional funding distributed across 8 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Nevada, funding concentrates in Las Vegas (97%), Pahrump (2%), Henderson (1%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 16% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Gaughan Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Gorman High School | $800,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Creighton University | $200,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| University Of San Francisco | $200,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| University Of Southern California | $450,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| St Anthony Padua Roman Catholic Sch | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2024 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $800,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Creighton University | $200,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| University Of San Francisco | $200,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $800,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Creighton University | $200,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| University Of San Francisco | $200,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $820,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Creighton University | $300,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $820,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Creighton University | $300,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $820,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Creighton University | $300,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Creighton University | $300,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Christopher Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| St Anthony Padua Building Fund | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $125,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Our Lady Of The Valley | $10,000 | Pahrump, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2021 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Creighton University | $300,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| St Christopher Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Unlv Foundation | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Keep Memory Alive | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $125,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Saint Francis Of Assisi Roman Catho | $10,000 | Henderson, NV, US | Charitable | 2020 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Creighton University | $25,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Christopher Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| University Of Southern California | $300,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Georgetown Univerty Annualbusiness | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Air Force Enlised Village | $30,000 | Shalimar, FL, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Buonicanti Fund To Cure Paralysis | $5,000 | Miami, FL, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator Las Vegas Coll | $125,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Our Lady Of The Valley | $10,000 | Pahrump, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| St Viator Catholic Community | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2018 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Creighton University | $25,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $15,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| St Christopher Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| University Of Southern California | $300,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Georgetown Univerty Annualbusiness | $40,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Keep Memory Alive | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Air Force Enlised Village | $30,000 | Shalimar, FL, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| University Of Nebraska Foundation | $950,000 | Lincolin, NE, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Buonicanti Fund To Cure Paralysis | $15,000 | Miami, FL, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Texas A M | $250,000 | College Station, TX, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| University Of Southern California A | $30,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Charitable | 2017 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | $965,347 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Cornea Research Foundation Of Ameri | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Creighton University | $25,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| National Cowboy And Wester Heritage | $25,000 | Oklahoma, OK, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Our Lady Of Las Vegas Catholic Scho | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Prca Pro Rodeo Hall Of Fame | $25,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| St Anne Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| St Christopher Catholic School | $11,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| St Francis De Sales Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| St Viator Catholic School | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| University Of San Francisco | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| University Of Southern California | $330,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Sch | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Georgetown Univerty Annualbusiness | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Keep Memory Alive | $25,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Air Force Enlised Village | $30,000 | Shalimar, FL, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Georgetown University - Athletic Ce | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Charitable | 2016 |
| Buonicanti Fund To Cure Paralysis | $5,000 | Miami, FL, US | Charitable | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 86-0873950 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 4021 MEADOWS LANE Las Vegas, NV 89107-3117 |
Key People (1)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Gaughan Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Michael J Gaughan |
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Forms 990-PF
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