Respond USA Inc
Preselected recipients only
Respond USA Inc is a private foundation in Corona, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,085 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$22,085
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$128,253
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $18,798 the year before.
63% 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 | $18,798 | 6 | $38,175 |
| 2024 | $22,085 | 8 | $128,253 |
How to apply
Respond USA 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 Respond USA Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $22,085 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vantage Point | Building fund doantion | $10,000 |
| Ruth Rodriguez | Medical assistance | $5,400 |
| Saddleback Chuch | Food pantry for the needy and the homeless | $3,000 |
| Cabc | Paid on behalf of Vantage point church | $1,000 |
| Enhancing forward | Foxter Kids Christmas Gifts | $1,000 |
| Crossroads Church | Royal Famil Kids Camp | $685 |
| Virgil Castleberry | A Veteran that needed transportation | $500 |
| Corona Chamber of Commerce | Fundraiser for a Marine Veteran | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kent Knopf
- Debbie Ruiz
Questions people ask
Does Respond USA Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Respond USA Inc give?
$22,085 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Respond USA Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Kent Knopf (Chief Executive Officer) and Debbie Ruiz (Secretary/CFO).
What does Respond USA Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and veterans.