High Desert Cruisers
Preselected recipients only
High Desert Cruisers is a private foundation in Palmdale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,288 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $403 and the largest $1,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3,288
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$403
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$4,122
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4,057 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,057 | 11 | $2,952 |
| 2025 | $3,288 | 5 | $4,122 |
How to apply
High Desert Cruisers 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 High Desert Cruisers funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $3,288 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Charities of Lancaster Ca | To help support many smaller businesses charities | $1,500 |
| Grace resources | To help Grace Resources food bank stock its pantry to feed the less fortunate in the AV | $1,000 |
| AV Harley Davidson | Help them purchase Christmas gifts for the less fortunate children on the AV | $403 |
| Valley Oasis shelter | To support them and the help they provide for battered women and children through the shelter | $260 |
| Fulton Alsbury Academy | To help support the Robotics courses for future engineers | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Gates
- Jeff Lucas
- Carol Gates
- Victoria Piller
Questions people ask
Does High Desert Cruisers accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does High Desert Cruisers give?
$3,288 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $403.
Who runs High Desert Cruisers?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Gates (President), Jeff Lucas (Vice President), Carol Gates (Treasurer) and Victoria Piller (Secretary).
What does High Desert Cruisers fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.