I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis
Preselected recipients only
I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $10,000. 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$22,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$17,378
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $20,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $19,500 | 9 | $20,494 |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 9 | $20,267 |
| 2024 | $22,500 | 10 | $17,378 |
How to apply
I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis 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.
What I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $20,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Education Foundation | Classroom innovation program | $10,000 |
| Lifewise STL | Lifewise academy, freedom school | $2,000 |
| Northside Community School | Pre-k program | $2,000 |
| US Department of Education | Annual gift | $2,000 |
| St Louis Public Schools Foundation | Early college academy, early childhood education program | $1,500 |
| City Academy | Annual gift for scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Coca | Annual gift for urban arts fund, roof repair appeal | $1,000 |
| Home Works the Teacher Home Visit Program | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| New City School | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Ranken Tech | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mrs Peggy Newman
- Mr Andrew E Newman
- Mrs Marsha Birk
Questions people ask
Does I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis give?
$22,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis?
Its 2024 filing lists Mrs Peggy Newman (Pres), Mr Andrew E Newman (VP) and Mrs Marsha Birk (Dir).
What does I Have A Dream Foundation St Louis fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.