Greater Assistance Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Greater Assistance Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Springs, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $420,652 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $11,703 and the largest $120,044. 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$420,652
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$11,703
- Largest grant$120,044
- Assets$41,279
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,149 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $210,149 | 20 | $122,569 |
| 2024 | $420,652 | 20 | $41,279 |
How to apply
Greater Assistance 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 Greater Assistance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $124,230 |
| Tennessee | 6 | $72,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $59,007 |
| Georgia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $39,252 |
| California | 4 | $39,163 |
| Alabama | 1 | $33,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Educational assistance. | $120,044 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $39,252 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $37,600 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $33,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $33,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $26,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $21,407 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $19,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $18,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $13,406 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $10,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $7,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $7,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $7,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $7,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $6,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Indigent Assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educational assistance. | $4,186 |
| Individual | Homeless Outreach | $1,757 |
Officers and trustees
- James Braddock Lampley
- Roger Dee
- Silvia Rios
Questions people ask
Does Greater Assistance Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Greater Assistance Foundation give?
$420,652 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $11,703.
Who runs Greater Assistance Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Braddock Lampley (President), Roger Dee (Director) and Silvia Rios (Treasurer).
What does Greater Assistance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.