G for Kids Inc
Accepts applications
G for Kids Inc is a private foundation in Visalia, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$120,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $130,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $45,000 | 3 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 3 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 4 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | G for Kids PO Box 1431, Visalia, CA 93279-1431 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (559) 802-1333 |
| What to submit | Submission of a Grant Application (found on the Foundation's website), as well as a short letter of inquiry (limited to three pages) and which should include the following:* A brief statement of the issues to be addressed, the history and goals of the applicant organization, and the applicant organization's involvement with these issues.* A brief summary of the activities for which the applicant organization is requesting support, including an outline of the objective, anticipated outcomes and implications.* The approximate starting date and duration of the proposed activities.* The total amount of funding needed, the amount requested, and information about other sources of support, both assured and requested. |
| Restrictions | The foundation makes grants only to recipients exempt under IRC Section 501(c)(3) and are publicaly supported under IRC Section 509(a)(1) or (a)(2), or that are exempt operating foundations.The foundation supports activities in the following areas:* Education* Arts* Community Service* Health and Well Being* Relief for Victims of Disease and their Families* Care and Protection of Children/AnimalsThe foundation does not:* Consider requests for general fund-raising, deficit financing, or loans and grants to individuals.* Provide scholarship or fellowship support to individuals.* Make grants for research projects or give support to conferences, seminars, media events, or workships unless they are an integral part of a broader program.* Provide support for the production and development of television and radio programming. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What G for Kids Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Tulare Count | Provide funds for General Operations | $100,000 |
| Happy Trails Riding Academy | Partial funding for Adopt-a-Rider program | $10,000 |
| Friends of Tulare County | To purchase toys and gifts for disadvantaged children | $5,000 |
| Visalia Police Activities League | To provide annual Christmas Party for youth | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald J Groppetti
- Shelly K Groppetti
- Blake Groppetti
- Amanda Groppetti
- Jared Groppetti
- Derek Groppetti
Questions people ask
Does G for Kids Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does G for Kids Inc give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs G for Kids Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald J Groppetti (President), Shelly K Groppetti (Secretary), Blake Groppetti (Director) and Amanda Groppetti (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does G for Kids Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.