Paradise Empowers Inc
Accepts applications
Paradise Empowers Inc is a private foundation in Griffin, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $139,310 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $38,260. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$139,310
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$38,260
- Assets$352,721
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was down from $175,178 the year before.
45% of its 2024 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 | $175,178 | 36 | $307,467 |
| 2024 | $139,310 | 41 | $352,721 |
How to apply
| Contact | Ann Dobbertin PO Box 149, Griffin, GA 30224 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (404) 362-9255 |
| What to submit | Children from low-income families with two or more children can participate in the program (self defense classes for low-income children). The program is advertised in schools in henry county. Household income is verified each year with tax returns and current pay stubs. |
| Restrictions | Henry county (due to transportation from school to after-school program) |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Paradise Empowers Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 25 | $81,010 |
| New York | 4 | $21,300 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Scholarship Program | General operating funds | $38,260 |
| Charity Water | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| United Hatzalah | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| Gigi's House | General operating funds | $7,500 |
| Islamic Aid USA Rated | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Palestinian Children's Relief Fund | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Southwest Christian Care | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Christian's Woman Center | General operating funds | $3,000 |
| Crosswalk Ministries | General operating funds | $3,000 |
| Joy House | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Medical Missions Outreach | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Association Georgia Chapter | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Angel Tree - Mack Services | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Henry County for Music | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Rachel's Gift | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Northgate Cheer Booster | General operating funds | $1,750 |
| David Wiggins Feed the People | General operating funds | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | To support efforts to cure cancer | $1,000 |
| American Heart Society | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Medical Missions Outreach | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering - Cancer Center | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Moree Shotgun Club | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Operation Lunchbox | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics of Ga | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| The Highlands Club | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Mahwah Elks | General operating funds | $800 |
| American Lung Association | General operating funds | $500 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | General operating funds | $500 |
| Friend's House | General operating funds | $500 |
| Harp's Crossing Christian Academy | General operating funds | $500 |
| Henry County Animal Shelter | General operating funds | $500 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | General operating funds | $500 |
| Lamar County Dug Out Club | General operating funds | $500 |
| Oakcreek Lions Club | General operating funds | $500 |
| Safehouse Outreach | General operating funds | $500 |
| Shriners Children | General operating funds | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leah Michele Wilson
- Victoria P Carver
- Alyssa Fleury
- Jay Patterson
- Ann Robinson
Questions people ask
Does Paradise Empowers Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Paradise Empowers Inc give?
$139,310 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Paradise Empowers Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Leah Michele Wilson (President), Victoria P Carver (Vice President), Alyssa Fleury (Advisor) and Jay Patterson (Technical Advisor) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Paradise Empowers Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.