GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation
Preselected recipients only
GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $130,000. 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$185,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $156,000 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $348,562 | 21 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 3 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
GQG Partners Community Empowerment 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 GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $140,000 |
| New York | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Groundswell Charitable Foundation | General support | $130,000 |
| National Law Enforcement and Firefighters Children's Foundation | General support | $45,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rajiv Jain
- Frederick Sherley
- Charles Falck
- Todd Lafountaine
- Mel Zakaluk
- Ej Blanchfield
Questions people ask
Does GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rajiv Jain (President), Frederick Sherley (Secretary), Charles Falck (Cfo) and Todd Lafountaine (Coo) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does GQG Partners Community Empowerment Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and community development.