Paideia Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paideia Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $582,050 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $240,000. 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$582,050
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $609,750 the year before.
31% 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 | $609,750 | 37 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $582,050 | 35 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
Paideia 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 Paideia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 21 | $476,250 |
| Idaho | 4 | $65,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Omaha | Charitable | $240,000 |
| Trinity Classical Academy | Charitable | $47,000 |
| Assure Women's Center | Charitable | $33,500 |
| Bellevue University | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Omaha | Charitable | $25,000 |
| New Saint Andrews Church | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Omaha Roadrunners | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Christ Church Moscow | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Logos School | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Avenue Scholars Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Columbus Rescue Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Covenant Bible Church | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Greater Omaha Youth for Christ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| New Saint Andrews College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Omaha Hockey Club | Charitable | $8,500 |
| Nebraska Hockey Association | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Aksarben Scholarship | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Seal Family Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Speravita Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Charitable | $2,500 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hslda | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Castle Pines Scholarship Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Nebraska | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Durham Museum | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nebraska Right to Life | Charitable | $250 |
| VFW | Charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- George Little
- Annalaura Little
- Daniel Little
- Grant Little
- Michelle Yates
Questions people ask
Does Paideia Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paideia Foundation give?
$582,050 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Paideia Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Little (President/Treasurer), Annalaura Little (Vice President/Secretary), Daniel Little (Director) and Grant Little (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Paideia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.