Gift of Hope USA Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gift of Hope USA Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake Village, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,205 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$43,205
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,000 the year before.
53% 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 | $2.2 million | 25 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $21,000 | 16 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $43,205 | 17 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Gift of Hope USA 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 Gift of Hope USA Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California. It also paid $21,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $3,600 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,050 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $900 |
| Washington | 1 | $555 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian National Baptist Conventio | Church Plantings | $20,000 |
| Christian Foundation of America | Core Support for Christian Philanthropy. | $5,000 |
| Scarlet Hope | Help Exploited persons | $5,000 |
| Expatriate Educational Internationa | International Educational POrograms. | $3,050 |
| RCE International | Christian Education | $2,000 |
| DM StearnsMissionary Fund | Facilitates support for missionaries. | $1,000 |
| Santiago Christian School Foundatio | Christian education school support. | $1,000 |
| Carthage Classical Acadenmy | Education support | $1,000 |
| Iadce | Education | $1,000 |
| Hope For Addiction | Addiction assistance | $900 |
| TeachBeyond | Christian School in Dominican Republic. | $600 |
| Regent College Foundation | Support of Graduate level theological education. | $555 |
| Hilltown Baptist Church | Ministry Support | $500 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | College campus ministry | $500 |
| International Project | Christian Education | $500 |
| International Students | Christian Education | $300 |
| GoSendMe Global | Global Ministry | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Lynch
- James C Vincent
- Mary Ellen Vincent
- Norman Paul Gibbs
- Samuel Delcamp
- Heather Hunter
- Katherine L Saigeon
- Marisela Rios
Questions people ask
Does Gift of Hope USA Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gift of Hope USA Foundation give?
$43,205 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Gift of Hope USA Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wayne Lynch (President), James C Vincent (Director), Mary Ellen Vincent (Director) and Norman Paul Gibbs (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Gift of Hope USA Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.