Today Is A Good Day Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Today Is A Good Day Foundation is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $202,574 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$202,574
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$80,863
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $245,621 the year before.
35% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $122,400 | 23 | $145,732 |
| 2023 | $245,621 | 22 | $87,111 |
| 2024 | $202,574 | 17 | $80,863 |
How to apply
Today Is A Good Day 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 Today Is A Good Day Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $69,544 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60,000 |
| New York | 3 | $34,141 |
| Arizona | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 3 | $8,889 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Brain Tumor Society | Medical | $60,000 |
| Jazz Aspen Snowmass | Charitable | $41,476 |
| Banner Hospital | Medical | $25,000 |
| Bmi Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Aspen Jewish Congregation | Religious | $12,344 |
| Gofundmeorg | Charitable | $6,818 |
| Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Theatre Aspen | Charitable | $6,222 |
| Jewish Federation of Southern Az | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Smile Train | Charitable | $2,641 |
| Bridging Bionic Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| National Jewish Health | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ikar Los Angeles | Charitable | $1,762 |
| Aspen Music | Charitable | $752 |
| San Diego Chabad | Charitable | $309 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah N Sharpe
Questions people ask
Does Today Is A Good Day Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Today Is A Good Day Foundation give?
$202,574 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Today Is A Good Day Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah N Sharpe (Director).
What does Today Is A Good Day Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.