It Takes A Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
It Takes A Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Clemente, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $758,271 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$758,271
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
37% 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 | $1.0 million | 28 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $758,271 | 35 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
It Takes A Family 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 It Takes A Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $374,181 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $34,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $16,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Point USA | General support | $200,000 |
| Prager University | General support | $133,750 |
| Praeger University Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Advocates for Faith | General support | $50,000 |
| JF Shea Therapeutic Riding Center | General support | $40,900 |
| Pacific Justice Institute | General support | $35,000 |
| Calvary Chapel Chino | General support | $25,000 |
| Vineyard Outreach America | General support | $25,000 |
| Calvary South Oc | General support | $25,000 |
| California Family Council | General support | $20,000 |
| Council for National Policy | General support | $16,500 |
| Intercessors for America | General support | $10,000 |
| Prestonwood Christian Academy | General support | $8,000 |
| Community Church Big Bear | General support | $5,000 |
| Godspeak Calvary | General support | $5,000 |
| Hero | General support | $5,000 |
| Live Action Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Our Watch | General support | $5,000 |
| Redeem | General support | $5,000 |
| Student for Life | General support | $5,000 |
| White Rose Resistance | General support | $5,000 |
| The Center for Medical Progress | General support | $5,000 |
| The Vulnerable People Project | General support | $5,000 |
| The Isaiah Project | General support | $3,500 |
| Cruisin for A Cure | General support | $2,500 |
| For Kids and Country | General support | $2,500 |
| Operation Democracy | General support | $2,500 |
| South Oceanside Elementary PTO | General support | $2,000 |
| Treasurers of the Church | General support | $1,090 |
| Capistrano Valley High School | General support | $1,031 |
| Oc Resuce Mission | General support | $1,000 |
| Wallbuilders | General support | $1,000 |
| Calvary Chapel Bangor Maine | General support | $1,000 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $500 |
| Dutch Sheet Ministries | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas P Bengard
- Kim C Bengard
- Christianne Gillespie
Questions people ask
Does It Takes A Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does It Takes A Family Foundation Inc give?
$758,271 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs It Takes A Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas P Bengard (President/Director), Kim C Bengard (Secretary/Director) and Christianne Gillespie (Treasurer/Director).
What does It Takes A Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.