Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $331,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $180,000. 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$331,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $523,650 the year before.
14% 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 | $449,405 | 9 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $523,650 | 10 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $331,000 | 7 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Rosey Grier Giant Step 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 Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $230,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $52,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $40,500 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Christian Academy | Tutoring/mentoring students, sports program support | $180,000 |
| Game Breakers Academy | Academic, athletic mentorship | $50,000 |
| Seven Peaks Academy | Funding for youth athletics | $40,500 |
| Kenneth Copeland Ministries | Ministry assistance - development of athletic programs | $25,000 |
| San Antonio Patriots | Volleyball athletics and mentoring for homeschool teams | $15,000 |
| Mike Barber Ministries | Assistance for mentoring ministries | $12,000 |
| Oral Roberts University | Mentoring athletes | $8,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cydnee Grier
- Rosey Grier
- Brian Weaver
- Pat Smith
- Marilou Derechinsky
- Farrah Brummett
- Robert Blackwell
- Biff Naylor
Questions people ask
Does Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation give?
$331,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cydnee Grier (Ceo/Director), Rosey Grier (Cfo/Director), Brian Weaver (Director) and Pat Smith (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Rosey Grier Giant Step Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.