Serving Our Communities Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Serving Our Communities Foundation is a private foundation in Carson City, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $184,478 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$184,478
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $519,420 the year before.
60% 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 | $519,420 | 17 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $184,478 | 7 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
Serving Our Communities 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.
What Serving Our Communities Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $102,750 |
| Nevada | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,378 |
| California | 1 | $350 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unr School of Medicine Foundation | Ucan and research | $75,000 |
| Lutheran High School Association | Special ed teachers | $41,750 |
| Ujima | Urban farms | $40,000 |
| Individual | Urban farms | $11,000 |
| Individual | Safe space for the black and brown community | $10,000 |
| National Childrens Alliance | Advocacyadvocacy | $6,378 |
| Rady Childrens Hospital | Programsprograms | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Jan Marson
- Dave Marson
- Samuel Marson
- Alexandra Marson
- Shena Bahn
Questions people ask
Does Serving Our Communities Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Serving Our Communities Foundation give?
$184,478 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Serving Our Communities Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jan Marson (President), Dave Marson (Treasurer), Samuel Marson (Director) and Alexandra Marson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Serving Our Communities Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.