Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $17.4 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$17.4 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$53.6 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
19% 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 | $1.3 million | 25 | $46.3 million |
| 2024 | $17.4 million | 16 | $53.6 million |
How to apply
Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva 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 Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $2.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $61,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $38,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | Health care | $2.3 million |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | general operating support | $60,000 |
| Food Forward | Food security | $60,000 |
| Shelter Box USA | general operating support | $40,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County | Food security | $40,000 |
| Trevor Project | Suicide prevention | $40,000 |
| Aspen Santa Fe Ballet | Education | $25,000 |
| Dartmouth Medical School | Health care | $25,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Studies | Education | $10,000 |
| Coastal Roots Farms | general operating support | $5,000 |
| Human Options | Education & health | $5,000 |
| Laguna Food Pantry | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Working Wardrobes for a New Start | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Radiant Futures | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Roaring Fork Public Radio Inc | General operating support | $3,000 |
| INSTITUTE for Exceptional Care | General operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman C Payson
- Melinda B Payson
- Robin Paule
Questions people ask
Does Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation give?
$17.4 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norman C Payson (Trustee), Melinda B Payson (Trustee) and Robin Paule (Trustee).
What does Elia Philanthropies FKA The Kiva Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and education.