Guanacaste Ventures US Inc
Preselected recipients only
Guanacaste Ventures US Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $600,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$25.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $839,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $839,000 | 5 | $22.6 million |
| 2024 | $600,000 | 3 | $25.3 million |
How to apply
Guanacaste Ventures US Inc 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 Guanacaste Ventures US Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $200,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $200,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Foundation | Guanacaste ventures annual scholarships | $200,000 |
| Kennesaw State University Foundation | Guanacaste ventures u.s., inc. Scholarship | $200,000 |
| University of Wisconsin | Guanacaste ventures star scholarship fund | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bree Pattillo
- Carolyn Wagnon
- Steve Briggs
- Cal Abel
Questions people ask
Does Guanacaste Ventures US Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Guanacaste Ventures US Inc give?
$600,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Guanacaste Ventures US Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Bree Pattillo (Chairman/President), Carolyn Wagnon (Secretary & Treasurer), Steve Briggs (Trustee) and Cal Abel (Trustee).
What does Guanacaste Ventures US Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.