Foundation for Global Sports Development
Accepts applications
Foundation for Global Sports Development is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $400,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$400,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $956,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | 46 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $956,000 | 35 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $400,000 | 3 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Melanie Armenti 548 Market St PMB 281904, San Francisco, CA 94104 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (541) 683-9278, melanie@gsdswf.org |
| What to submit | Brief inquiry letter and grant proposal |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Foundation for Global Sports Development funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $100,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $200,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Decentralized Pictures Foundation Inc | To help dcp further its charitable mission, which brings together independent filmmakers with production partners as a means of financing, in whole or in part, the production of motion pictures and, upon completion of the film, assisting in arranging for the distribution of such films by bringing them to the broadest possible audience. | $200,000 |
| Childhelp | To support the courage first athlete helpline, a toll-free hotline that assists athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone in athletic communities concerned about emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. | $100,000 |
| World Archery Federation | In support of programs | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Melanie Armenti
- Ariel Kelley
- Shoshana Ungerleider
- David Ulich
- Paul Malingagio
- Steve Baum
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for Global Sports Development accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Foundation for Global Sports Development give?
$400,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Foundation for Global Sports Development?
Its 2025 filing lists Melanie Armenti (Asst Secretary, Asst Treasurer, Coo), Ariel Kelley (President, Director, Ceo), Shoshana Ungerleider (Treasurer, Secretary, Director) and David Ulich (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Foundation for Global Sports Development fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and human services.