Cu West Cares Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cu West Cares Inc is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $142,971 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,721. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$142,971
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,721
- Assets$108,475
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $122,507 the year before.
52% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,309 | 53 | $26,110 |
| 2024 | $122,507 | 67 | $129,062 |
| 2025 | $142,971 | 50 | $108,475 |
How to apply
Cu West Cares Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Cu West Cares Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 45 | $125,971 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale Elementary School District | To support our foundation mission statement | $15,721 |
| Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation | To support our foundation mission statement | $11,200 |
| Gowest Foundation | To support our foundation mission statement | $10,000 |
| The Fetch Foundation | To support our foundation mission statement | $9,583 |
| Ocj Kids | To support our foundation mission statement | $9,095 |
| The Arizona Pet Project | To support our foundation mission statement | $8,658 |
| Halo Animal Rescue | To support our foundation mission statement | $7,929 |
| The West Valley Mavericks Foundation Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $5,000 |
| Mariah's Miracle | To support our foundation mission statement | $4,500 |
| Arizona Council on Economic Education | To support our foundation mission statement | $3,000 |
| Sun City Area Interfaith Services Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $3,000 |
| Veterans Medical Leadership | To support our foundation mission statement | $3,000 |
| Dragonslayers Booster Club | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Gift of Adoption Fund Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Leadership West | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Mujer Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Solid Rock Foundation Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| The Rosa Foundation Inc | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Valley of the Sun Chapter | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| West-Mec Alliance | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,500 |
| Arizona State University | Natalie eberenz- 12364889054 scholarship winner | $2,000 |
| Cal Poly State University | Ava sims -xxx-xx-xxxx scholarship winner | $2,000 |
| Glendale Community College | Liana vargas- 36861328 scholarship winner | $2,000 |
| Northern Arizona University | Jenna linde - 6414662 scholarship winner | $2,000 |
| Pendergast Elementary Community Foundation | To support our foundation mission statement | $2,000 |
| Uba Office of Undergraduate | Caleb williams- b01755578 scholarship winner | $2,000 |
| Luke Air Force Base Top 3 Council | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,500 |
| Verde Valley Fair Association | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,385 |
| Kiwanis Club of Glendale | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,150 |
| Prescott YMCA | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,150 |
| 944 Chiefs Group | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Glendale Fop Lodge 12 Charities | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Luke Elementary School | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Old Town Mission | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Ryan House | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Soldiers Best Friend | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Sounds of Autism | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| West Valley Foundation | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
| Wham Art Association | To support our foundation mission statement | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Roch
- Ryan O'Connor
- Jaime Burt
- Ning Duong
- Kelly Poldoski
Questions people ask
Does Cu West Cares Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cu West Cares Inc give?
$142,971 in tax year 2025, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Cu West Cares Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Roch (Chairman), Ryan O'Connor (Vice Chairman), Jaime Burt (Secretary) and Ning Duong (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cu West Cares Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and animals.