The Phillis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Phillis Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,010 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$122,010
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$809,057
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $205,269 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,000 | 11 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $205,269 | 18 | $934,580 |
| 2025 | $122,010 | 13 | $809,057 |
How to apply
The Phillis 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 The Phillis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New Jersey. It also paid $1,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $26,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $23,010 |
| California | 3 | $9,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Helping Hands for Hospitals Int Inc | Grant for x-ray machine for hospital in remote part of India | $50,000 |
| Intervarsity | Support for underprivileged students for BCM West Conference | $26,000 |
| Friends of Wycliffe Hall Oxford | Grant for educational endeavors | $20,010 |
| Frontiers | Support of Christian and Humanitarian work in the muslim world | $5,000 |
| Wellspring Church | Support of church ministries | $5,000 |
| Crossgate Church | Support of church ministry | $3,000 |
| Carmel Presbyterian Church | Support of community outreach and church ministry | $3,000 |
| Assemblies of God World Missions | Support of instruction program for missionaries and translation work | $3,000 |
| Cru | Support of missionaries administrating a Christian camp and retreat center in Portugal | $3,000 |
| Christian Art Network Ltd | Christian educational endeavor and website improvement | $1,500 |
| St Nicholas Orthodox Church | Support of church ministry | $1,000 |
| Fellowship for Performing Arts | Support for Christian cultural outreach through the performing arts | $1,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | To provide art supplies for the Catalyst Ministries Monterey Peninsula class at Wellspring Church. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Phillip G Svalya
- Lois F Svalya
- Daniel G Svalya
- Karina R Svalya
Questions people ask
Does The Phillis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Phillis Foundation give?
$122,010 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Phillis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Phillip G Svalya (President), Lois F Svalya (Secretary), Daniel G Svalya (Treasurer) and Karina R Svalya (Vice-president).
What does The Phillis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.