John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$48.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
28% 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 | $1.9 million | 18 | $42.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 20 | $48.3 million |
How to apply
John Apostle & Helen Apostle 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 John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $1.7 million |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Long Beach Rescue Mission | Apostle house | $300,000 |
| Long Beach Day Nursery | Education programs | $200,000 |
| Assistance League of Long Beach | Operation school bell support request | $180,000 |
| Csulb Foundation | Apostle enterprise lab | $150,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Church of Long Beach | Apostle memorial scholarship, apostle education academy and apostle matching fund cap campaign | $150,000 |
| Memorial Medical Center Foundation | Social service | $150,000 |
| Long Beach City College Foundation | Social service | $130,000 |
| Ahepa Scholarship Foundation | Student scholarships | $100,000 |
| Long Beach Public Library Foundation | Social service | $100,000 |
| Cfa Trinity Youth Services | Social service | $50,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Church of Long Beach | Social service | $50,000 |
| Long Beach Museum of Art | Social service | $50,000 |
| St Nicholas Ranch and Retreat | Social service | $50,000 |
| Long Beach Rescue Mission | Sprinter van | $45,000 |
| Long Beach Blast | Social service | $30,000 |
| Operation Jump Start | Social service | $30,000 |
| Ground Education | Social service | $20,000 |
| Long Beach Unified School District | Social service | $15,000 |
| Long Beach Memorial Hospital Women's League | Social service | $10,000 |
| Precious Lamb | Social service | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James J Sullos Jr
- John J Swigart Jr
- Northern Trust Company
- Whittier Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James J Sullos Jr (Trustee), John J Swigart Jr (Trustee), Northern Trust Company (Trustee) and Whittier Trust Company (Trustee).
What does John Apostle & Helen Apostle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.