Give Local First
Preselected recipients only
Give Local First is a private foundation in West Plains, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,075 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,038 and the largest $5,000. 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$6,075
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,038
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$20,030
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $16,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $16,500 | 1 | $800 |
| 2024 | $6,075 | 2 | $20,030 |
How to apply
Give Local First 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 Give Local First funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $6,075 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Olympics Missouri INC | expense assistance | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Missouri INC | expense assistance | $1,075 |
Officers and trustees
- Vanessa Williams
Questions people ask
Does Give Local First accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Give Local First give?
$6,075 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,038.
Who runs Give Local First?
Its 2024 filing lists Vanessa Williams (President).
What does Give Local First fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability.