Esi Cares Inc
Preselected recipients only
Esi Cares Inc is a private foundation in Meridian, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $91,011 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,500. 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$91,011
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,500
- Assets$665,784
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37,321 the year before.
61% 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 | $37,321 | 29 | $404,569 |
| 2024 | $91,011 | 18 | $665,784 |
How to apply
Esi Cares 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Esi Cares Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 16 | $88,701 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,060 |
| Washington | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Nonprofit Center | Charitable contributions | $30,500 |
| Dress for Success Boise Valley | Charitable contributions | $25,000 |
| Foster and Heart | Charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Genesis Community Health | Charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Wca - Women's Children Alliance | Charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Idaho Food Bank | Charitable contributions | $3,500 |
| Faces of Hope Foundation | Charitable contributions | $3,001 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of SW Idaho | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Giraffelaugh | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Idaho Youth Ranch | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Operation Air Drop | Charitable contributions | $2,060 |
| Girl Scouts of Silver Sage | Charitable contributions | $1,500 |
| Make A Wish | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| Boise Police Association | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Homedale JT School District #370 | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Reesestrong Inc | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Northwest Assocation for Blind Athletes | Charitable contributions | $250 |
| Bcsofop | Charitable contributions | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil Nelson
- Michael Kimmel
- Marianne Nelson
- Crystal Jones
Questions people ask
Does Esi Cares Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esi Cares Inc give?
$91,011 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Esi Cares Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Neil Nelson (President), Michael Kimmel (Vice President), Marianne Nelson (Secretary) and Crystal Jones (Treasurer).
What does Esi Cares Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.