Cup of Water Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cup of Water Inc is a private foundation in Mentone, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,089 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,762 and the largest $10,000. 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$59,089
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,762
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,825 the year before.
58% 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 | $258,728 | 12 | $571,783 |
| 2024 | $25,825 | 13 | $0 |
| 2025 | $59,089 | 20 | $0 |
How to apply
Cup of Water 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.
What Cup of Water Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $6,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $34,365 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $9,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $7,724 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $800 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
| Kansas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $8,000 |
| Global Prophetic Alliance | Donation | $7,724 |
| Jesus Encounter Ministries | Donation | $6,000 |
| 5 Loaves 2 Fish Foundation Ministri | Donation | $5,000 |
| Zion Community Christian Center | Donation | $3,690 |
| Individual | Donation | $3,500 |
| Hive Inc | Donation | $3,400 |
| Individual | Donation | $3,050 |
| Inherit the Earth Outreach | Donation | $2,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,525 |
| Aclj | Donation | $1,000 |
| Air1 | Donation | $1,000 |
| Dream Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| San Bernardino City Mission | Donation | $800 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $400 |
| Individual | Donation | $300 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Donation | $100 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Voita
- Eliza Schooley
- Mary Herrero
Questions people ask
Does Cup of Water Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cup of Water Inc give?
$59,089 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,762.
Who runs Cup of Water Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Voita (Cfo), Eliza Schooley (Ceo) and Mary Herrero (Secretary).
What does Cup of Water Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and veterans.