Flourish - A Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Flourish - A Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ballwin, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $927,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $325,000. 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$927,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$19.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $729,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $729,500 | 17 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $927,500 | 22 | $19.8 million |
How to apply
Flourish - A Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Flourish - A Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 10 | $670,000 |
| Colorado | 8 | $202,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Community Foundation | To administer charitable funds for the betterment of st. Louis | $325,000 |
| Beyond Housing Inc | To strengthen local neighborhoods by improving and preserving housing | $100,000 |
| Delmar Devine Charitable Foundation | To support other nonprofits in the st. Louis region | $50,000 |
| Learning Zone (Real Life Colorado) | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Lift for Life Academy Inc | To support a local charter school for st. Louis inner-city youth | $50,000 |
| Tall Tales Ranch | To provide a supportive community for people with and without disabilities | $50,000 |
| Wellspring Community | To create a god-centered community for disabled adults to live full and satisfying lives | $50,000 |
| Wepower | To empower communities to re-design education, economic, health, and justice systems | $50,000 |
| Little Bit Foundation | To partner with st. Louis schools to provide essetnial support with disadvantaged children | $30,000 |
| FHD Missions Honduras | To advocate for the poor in honduras | $25,000 |
| Global Health Connections Inc | To connect, engage, and empower individuals to improve their community | $25,000 |
| Parents As Teachers | To build strong communities, thriving families, and children who are healthy | $25,000 |
| STL Children's Hospital Foundation | To support st. Louis children's hospital | $25,000 |
| Gunnison Valley Health Foundation | To support the jill adam's paramedic scholarship | $15,000 |
| American Friends of the Ocean Cleanup Foundation | To preserve and protect the natural ocean environment for the benefit of the public | $10,000 |
| Earth Justice | To promote environmental sustainability | $10,000 |
| Earthdance Farms | To provide training and education about farming and gardening to youth and adults | $10,000 |
| Timothy's Ministry | To provide housing, food, clothing and other resources for the homeless | $10,000 |
| Caregiver Club | To improve the lives of individuals with alzheimers by supporting their caregivers | $5,000 |
| Dear Jack Foundation | To provide programs to adolescents and young adults with cancer | $5,000 |
| International Development Enterprises | To create income and livelihood opportunities for poor, rural households | $5,000 |
| Until They're Home | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy E Smith
- Alec Newby
- Ray Rikimaru
- Ned Rollhaus
- Abby Shareef
Questions people ask
Does Flourish - A Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Flourish - A Family Foundation give?
$927,500 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Flourish - A Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy E Smith (Board Chair), Alec Newby (Co-Director), Ray Rikimaru (Trustee) and Ned Rollhaus (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Flourish - A Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and health.