Vivid Cheers Inc
Preselected recipients only
Vivid Cheers Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $352,772 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $327,272. 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$352,772
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$327,272
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,492 the year before.
80% 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 | $155,492 | 7 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $352,772 | 5 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Vivid Cheers 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $327,272 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | General | $327,272 |
| Acluf's Drag Defense Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Lurie Cildrens Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Womens Sports Foundation (WSF) | General | $5,000 |
| Golden Ratio Robotics | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Chia
- Lawrence Fey
- Sarah Doll
Questions people ask
Does Vivid Cheers Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vivid Cheers Inc give?
$352,772 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Vivid Cheers Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Chia (Chair - Director), Lawrence Fey (Secretary - Treasurer Director) and Sarah Doll (Director).