Gaf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gaf Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $81,650 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $21,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$81,650
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$848
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,100 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $78,100 | 67 | $88,128 |
| 2024 | $81,650 | 42 | $848 |
How to apply
Gaf Foundation 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.
What Gaf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Ohio. It also paid $3,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $28,000 |
| District of Columbia | 14 | $15,500 |
| Michigan | 5 | $8,500 |
| California | 5 | $6,400 |
| New York | 4 | $5,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $5,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,250 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hathaway Brown School | General support | $21,000 |
| Hawken School | General support | $7,000 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | General support | $6,500 |
| Baas Educational Trust Uk | General support | $3,000 |
| Furnish Hope DC | General support | $3,000 |
| Freedom Reads | General support | $2,500 |
| Thurman Perry Foundation | General support | $2,250 |
| CWB USA | General support | $2,000 |
| Heritage Action for America | General support | $2,000 |
| Mercy for Animals | General support | $2,000 |
| National Religious Campaign Against Torture | General support | $2,000 |
| Bard College | General support | $1,500 |
| Family Survivor Network Inc | General support | $1,500 |
| Giffords Law Center | General support | $1,500 |
| Glsen | General support | $1,500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Genearl support | $1,500 |
| Unwra USA National Committee | General support | $1,500 |
| American Rivers | General support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Memorial High School | General support | $1,000 |
| Center for American Progress | General support | $1,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General support | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $1,000 |
| In and Out Burger | General support | $1,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General support | $1,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General support | $1,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | General support | $1,000 |
| Marylanders to Prevent Gun Violence | General support | $1,000 |
| Phillips Collection | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $1,000 |
| Pro Publica | General support | $1,000 |
| Smithsonian Institute | General support | $1,000 |
| Yosemite Church | General support | $900 |
| Operation Smile | General support | $750 |
| American Forests | General support | $500 |
| Mercy Ships | General support | $500 |
| National Parks Conservation Assoc | General support | $500 |
| National Park Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Women's Resource Center of No Michigan | General support | $500 |
| Harbor Springs Library | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc A Files
Questions people ask
Does Gaf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gaf Foundation give?
$81,650 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Gaf Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marc A Files (Officer).
What does Gaf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.