A Little Step Up Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A Little Step Up Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,594 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,287 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,594
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,287
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$470,591
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $488,014 |
| 2025 | $20,594 | 8 | $470,591 |
How to apply
A Little Step Up 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $20,174 |
| Delaware | 1 | $420 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Western Regional Advocacy Project | Love and Justice in the Streets | $10,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,000 |
| Fobbs | Hardship Assistance Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $1,600 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $974 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $420 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $400 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Baskaran Subramaniam
Questions people ask
Does A Little Step Up Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A Little Step Up Foundation give?
$20,594 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,287.
Who runs A Little Step Up Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Baskaran Subramaniam (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).