Giving University
Preselected recipients only
Giving University is a private foundation in Anaheim, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $612,447 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$612,447
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$666,388
- New grantees96%
Giving in 2024 was up from $500,951 the year before.
96% 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 | $895,415 | 30 | $757,703 |
| 2023 | $500,951 | 21 | $642,772 |
| 2024 | $612,447 | 23 | $666,388 |
How to apply
Giving University 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Giving University funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $270,869 in 11 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $88,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu Vineyard | General grant | $65,000 |
| PMCA - New Life | General grant | $55,645 |
| Every Nations Church Bhutan | General grant | $35,000 |
| Pakistan Partnership Initiative | General grant | $30,300 |
| New Day for Children | General grant | $30,000 |
| Solva | General grant | $24,824 |
| Friends Lanka Child Foundation | General grant | $14,000 |
| Freedom House Foundation | General grant | $12,100 |
| Coast Hills Church | General grant | $12,000 |
| Jachie Special Needs | General grant | $12,000 |
| Physically Challenged Action Foundation | General grant | $12,000 |
| Surf n' Turf | General grant | $11,000 |
| Youth for Christ International | General grant | $11,000 |
| Influence Church | General grant | $10,000 |
| Celebrate Recovery | General grant | $10,000 |
| Northeast Track Club | General grant | $10,000 |
| Warriors of Hope | General grant | $10,000 |
| United Bible Theological College | General grant | $10,000 |
| NEO Leaders | General grant | $10,000 |
| Central Asian Fellowship | General grant | $10,000 |
| Grace Project | General grant | $5,000 |
| Enroute 54 Ltd | General grant | $5,000 |
| The Bay Village Home | General grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sam Cerny
- Mike Lang
- Steven E Nameroff
- Steve Bray
- Dan Dyk
- Nancy J Bray
- Anna Bray
Questions people ask
Does Giving University accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Giving University give?
$612,447 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Giving University?
Its 2024 filing lists Sam Cerny (President), Mike Lang (Secretary), Steven E Nameroff (Treasurer) and Steve Bray (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Giving University fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and youth programs.