Americas Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Americas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $400,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.8 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.8 million the year before.
91% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $970,000 | 15 | $9.3 million |
| 2023 | $2.8 million | 20 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 21 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Heidi Gildred PO Box 1369, Solana Beach, CA 92075 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (858) 285-5107 |
What Americas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $430,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $388,500 |
| Washington | 4 | $357,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 4 | $165,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $120,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $85,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cultivate Initiatives | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $400,000 |
| Peninsula Behavioral Health | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $200,000 |
| Yale University | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $200,000 |
| Bridgercare | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $150,000 |
| Montana Casagal Association | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $132,000 |
| Eden Village of Wilmington | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $100,000 |
| Seattle Adaptive Sports | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $57,500 |
| Family Promise of Gallatin Valley | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $56,500 |
| Akin | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Cure KCNH1 Foundation | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Children Eastern Montana | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Nates Place | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Ryther | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Senior Connection | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| Youth on Their Own | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $50,000 |
| The Tucson Family Food Project | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $35,000 |
| Friends Involved in Dog Outreach | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $30,000 |
| My Sister's Place DC | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $25,000 |
| Sugar Bear Foundation | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $20,000 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | Philanthropic/educational purpose | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heidi C Gildred
- Blaine McCafferty
- Tory Gildred
Questions people ask
Does Americas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Americas Foundation Inc give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Americas Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Heidi C Gildred (Trustee), Blaine McCafferty (Secretary/Treasurer) and Tory Gildred (President).
What does Americas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.