Ppasts Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ppasts Foundation is a private foundation in Nevada City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $4,000. 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$9,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$253,738
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,500 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $6,000 | 14 | $245,622 |
| 2024 | $8,500 | 16 | $244,618 |
| 2025 | $9,500 | 15 | $253,738 |
How to apply
Ppasts 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 Ppasts Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $7,100 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sammie's Friends | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Rescue Road | Animal care | $1,000 |
| Gold Country Wildlife Rescue | Animal care | $800 |
| Wags & Walks Nashville | Animal care | $800 |
| Animal Save | Animal care | $500 |
| Homeward Bound Golden Retiever | Animal care | $500 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation & Release | Animal care | $300 |
| The Humane Society of the US | Animal care | $300 |
| Care | Animal care | $200 |
| Sacramento House Rabbit Society | Animal care | $200 |
| Old Dog House | Animal care | $200 |
| Pets Lifeline | Animal care | $200 |
| Sierra Foothills Audubon Society | Animal care | $200 |
| Paw for Life K9 Rescue | Animal care | $200 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Animal care | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James Toft
- Steven Spiller
Questions people ask
Does Ppasts Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ppasts Foundation give?
$9,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Ppasts Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Toft (Treasurer/Di) and Steven Spiller (President/Di).
What does Ppasts Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.