Uptown Long Beach Lions Club
Preselected recipients only
Uptown Long Beach Lions Club is a private foundation in Cerritos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2,540 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,040. 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$2,540
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,040
- Assets$28,089
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5,200 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $5,200 | 7 | $23,447 |
| 2024 | $2,540 | 4 | $28,089 |
How to apply
Uptown Long Beach Lions Club 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,040 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Ssinise Foundation | Support veterans first responders and their families | $1,040 |
| Long Beach Concert Band | To Support the Concerts and Band | $500 |
| Cypress Art League | To Support Cypress Art League Activities | $500 |
| Individual | To help those in need | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Watts
- Thom Hindman
- Pat Edep
- Annette Watts
Questions people ask
Does Uptown Long Beach Lions Club accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Uptown Long Beach Lions Club give?
$2,540 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Uptown Long Beach Lions Club?
Its 2024 filing lists John Watts (President), Thom Hindman (1st Vice Presiident), Pat Edep (Secretary) and Annette Watts (Treasurer).