Helms Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Helms Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $176,000 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$176,000
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $175,500 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $175,500 | 47 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $176,000 | 51 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Helms Foundation Inc 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 Helms Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $73,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $40,000 |
| Alaska | 12 | $27,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $21,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,500 |
| New York | 2 | $4,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Albert Whitted Airport | Preservation and enhancement of albert whitted airport | $10,000 |
| Kpal | Animal rescue | $10,000 |
| Rosary High School | Education | $10,000 |
| Servite High School | Education | $10,000 |
| St Jude Memorial Foundation | Medical | $10,000 |
| The Good Samaritan Center | Church | $10,000 |
| Aopa Foundation | Educate public aviation | $5,500 |
| Boys Girls Club of Fredericksburg | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Fredericksburg Isd Education Founda | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Fredericksburg Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of Fredericksburg Nature Ce | Preservation of texas hill country ecosystems | $5,000 |
| Hill Country Community Needs Counci | Community | $5,000 |
| St Mary's School | Education | $5,000 |
| The Grace Center of Fredericksburg | Domestic violence protection | $5,000 |
| Bridgeport Fish Enhancement Foundat | Sustainable fisheries | $4,000 |
| Grey Bears | Senior welfar | $4,000 |
| Raft | Education | $4,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa C | Assisting needy | $4,000 |
| The Health Trust | Educational assistance | $4,000 |
| Pennisula Spayneuter Fund | Animal welfare | $3,000 |
| Able Flight | Aviation | $2,500 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches | Youth development | $2,500 |
| Kids in Distress | Rescue of at-risk children | $2,500 |
| Marine Corps Law Enforcement Founda | Scholarshipps for children of fallen armed forces members | $2,500 |
| St Francis High School | High school education | $2,500 |
| Aerospace Center for Excellence | Aviation | $2,000 |
| Alaska Potbelly Pig Rescue | Animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Alaska Sealife Center | Alaska's marine ecosystems support | $2,000 |
| Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center | Animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Alaska Zoo | Conservation of arctic, sub-arctic and like climate species through education, research and community enrichment. | $2,000 |
| Angel Flight West | Medical transportation for needy | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Education | $2,000 |
| Homer Foundation | Quality of life for citizens | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of Pinellas | Pet adoption and hospital | $2,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | Forest preservation | $2,000 |
| Safe Paws Rescue | Animal rescue | $2,000 |
| St Juliana Falconieri Church | Community | $2,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Fou | Firefighters | $2,000 |
| The National Police Dog Foundation | Purchase, training, and veterinary care of law enforcement k-9s | $2,000 |
| Dogs Inc | Guide and service dogs | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Bennett
- Stephen Helms Bell
- Fonza Bell Lawther
- Michael F Kanne
- Kristen Churchill
Questions people ask
Does Helms Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helms Foundation Inc give?
$176,000 in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Helms Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Bennett (Secretary/Assistant Treasurer), Stephen Helms Bell (President), Fonza Bell Lawther (Treasurer) and Michael F Kanne (Vice-President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Helms Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.