Spirit of Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spirit of Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Huntington Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $8,686 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $2,500. 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$8,686
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$225,344
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9,330 the year before.
40% 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 | $9,330 | 17 | $224,175 |
| 2024 | $8,686 | 10 | $225,344 |
How to apply
Spirit of Hope 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 Spirit of Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $7,436 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Day School | Education | $2,500 |
| St Margarets Episcopal | Religious | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Pediatric treatment and research facility focused on children's catastrophic diseases | $1,000 |
| Soroptimist International | Humanitarian | $986 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Humanitarian | $500 |
| Shriners | Medical | $300 |
| Keck Medicine of USC | Medical | $300 |
| The Salvation Army | Humanitarian aid | $250 |
| Tunnel to Tower | Humanitarian | $250 |
| St Bonaventure Church | The primary of our call to praise the Lord enthusiastically with liturgy which is creative, energetic, and responsive to the uniqueness of our community | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacqueline Smith
Questions people ask
Does Spirit of Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spirit of Hope Foundation give?
$8,686 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Spirit of Hope Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jacqueline Smith (Director).
What does Spirit of Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.