Live to Give Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Live to Give Foundation is a private foundation in Folsom, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,562 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,341 and the largest $5,000. 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$21,562
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,341
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$686,643
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $16,280 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,280 | 8 | $447,499 |
| 2024 | $21,562 | 9 | $686,643 |
How to apply
Live to Give 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 Live to Give Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $13,209 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,353 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Prepatory School | Live to give endowed scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | $3,000 | |
| San Felipe Rotary Foundation | Gracie/kuchy sanchez youth scholarship program | $3,000 |
| Individual | $3,000 | |
| Unforgettable Ride Inc | Unforgettable ride donation | $2,341 |
| Dakshana Foundation | Dakshana endowment fund | $2,320 |
| Family Service | Program donation | $1,033 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Walk to end alzheimers | $1,000 |
| Great Shape Inc | Icare jamaica project fee | $868 |
Officers and trustees
- Heather Rush
- Lonnie Rush
- Jennifer Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Live to Give Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Live to Give Foundation give?
$21,562 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,341.
Who runs Live to Give Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Heather Rush (President & Executive Director), Lonnie Rush (Vice President & Treasurer) and Jennifer Edwards (Secretary).
What does Live to Give Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.