People Helping People U S A
Preselected recipients only
People Helping People U S A is a private foundation in Palm Springs, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $178,368 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$178,368
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $36,000 the year before.
54% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $36,000 | 18 | $24,000 |
| 2024 | $178,368 | 37 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
People Helping People U S A 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 People Helping People U S A funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 36 | $160,368 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion | Public support | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Public support | $20,000 |
| St Judes Children Hospial | Public support | $18,000 |
| Loma Linda Children Hospital | Public support | $10,000 |
| Shriners Children Hospital | Public support | $7,000 |
| Palm Springs Animal Shelter | Public support | $6,500 |
| Shelter From the Storm | Public support | $5,000 |
| F I N D | Public support | $5,000 |
| Foundation at Psusd | Public support | $5,000 |
| Animal Samaritans | Public support | $5,000 |
| Eleanor Senior Center | Public support | $5,000 |
| Indio Senior Center | Public support | $5,000 |
| Walmart | Public support | $4,368 |
| Grass Roots Jr Tennis | Public support | $4,000 |
| C C Boys and Girls Club | Public support | $4,000 |
| Mams House | Public support | $4,000 |
| Cathedral City Police Assn | Public support | $4,000 |
| Allianza CV | Public support | $4,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Public support | $3,000 |
| Well in the Desert | Public support | $3,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Library | Public support | $3,000 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum | Public support | $3,000 |
| California Women for Agriculture | Public support | $3,000 |
| Guide Dogs of the Desert | Public support | $3,000 |
| Petsong | Public support | $2,500 |
| Love Love Tennis Foundation | Public support | $2,500 |
| Palm Springs Gay Men Chorus | Charity for public support | $2,000 |
| Mizzell Senior Center | Public support | $2,000 |
| P S Boys and Girls Club | Public support | $2,000 |
| Loving All Animals | Public support | $2,000 |
| Marthas Village and Kitchen | Public support | $2,000 |
| LGBTQ Plus | Public support | $2,000 |
| Palm Springs Police Officers Assn | Public support | $2,000 |
| Cathedral City Police Officers Assn | Public support | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters | Public support | $2,000 |
| Joslyn Senior Center | Public support | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | Public support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lewis Da Silva
- Renae Beerman
- Dee Dee Everett
- Angela Da Silva
Questions people ask
Does People Helping People U S A accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does People Helping People U S A give?
$178,368 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs People Helping People U S A?
Its 2024 filing lists Lewis Da Silva (Treasurer), Renae Beerman (Secretary), Dee Dee Everett (Director) and Angela Da Silva (President).
What does People Helping People U S A fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and animals.