The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $28,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$28,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$863,525
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $34,500 the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,500 | 30 | $696,613 |
| 2024 | $28,500 | 30 | $863,525 |
How to apply
The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable 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 The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 16 | $17,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 4 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Foundation | To help fund animal care & adoption assistance | $2,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America Nevada Chapter | Nevada Paralyzed Veterans of America is dedicated to improving the quality of life for veterans and our disabled community with spinal cord injury or dysfunction. | $2,000 |
| Individual | To help fight for animals in need and battle against the overpopulation of dogs and cats through advocacy & humane education. | $2,000 |
| Nevada SPCA | Nevada spca takes in over 2000 dogs, cats, rabbits and other small pets annually; the ultimate goal is to place them into loving homes | $2,000 |
| Feeding Pets of the Homeless | To provide pet food and emergency veterinary care to pets that belong to people experiencing homelessness. | $2,000 |
| Goodie Two Shoes Foundation | Provides disadvantaged children and children in crisis with new shoes and socks as well as other items deemed essential for good health and positive development | $1,500 |
| Animal Rescue | Animal Rescue is dedicated to those animals that are waiting for a home, or never find a home. | $1,000 |
| Children of the Night | Rescues america's children from the ravages of prostitution | $1,000 |
| Zions Youth Symphony and Chorus | To serve others through music. | $1,000 |
| Safe House | To stop violence and abuse in the family environment by providing safe sheler, support, advocacy, counseling and education. | $1,000 |
| Canine Partners for Life | Canine Partners for Life (CPL) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to training service dogs, home companion dogs, and residential companion dogs to assist individuals who have a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities. | $1,000 |
| Las Vegas Chapter of National Ambucs | To create mobility and independence for people with disabilities. | $1,000 |
| LV Valley Humane Society | Lvvhs is dedicated to improving the welfare of animals with a primary emphasis on stray and abandoned animals. | $1,000 |
| Runaways Animal Rescue | To protect and advocate for all companion animals in need. | $1,000 |
| Freedom Service Dogs of America | To transform lives by partnering people with custom-trained assistance dogs. | $1,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | to prevent at-risk animals from being euthanized by transporting them via air and ground transportation to give them the best chance at adoption. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Humane Society of South Mississippi | provide the highest quality services and compassion to the animals entrusted to our care, reduce companion animal overpopulation and increase the save-rate of animals in our community, and promote the bond between animals and humans. | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | build simple, decent, affordable single family homes in Clark County. | $500 |
| Spread the Word Nevada | Advancing early childhood literacy by placing books into the hands and homes of children within southern nevada's at-risk, low income communities. | $500 |
| Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth | NPHY is the most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of homeless youth in Southern Nevada, serving hundreds of youth through our core programs and touching the lives of thousands more through outreach each year. NPHYs programs stabilize homeless teens lives, meeting their immediate needs and providing a safe, supportive environment and a path to self-sufficiency. Through our work with homeless youth, NPHY creates productive, healthy adults who contribute to society. | $500 |
| Operations Blankets of Love | Provides needs for homless animals through educating youth through Humane Education Learning Program, while promoting shelter reorm. | $500 |
| Humane Farming Association | The Humane Farming Association is the nation's most effective organization dedicated to the protection of farm animals. Founded in 1985, and over 250,000 members strong, HFA has gained national recognition and respect for its hard work, integrity, and its highly-successful campaigns. | $500 |
| Pet Network Humane Society | To rescue adoptable animals from euthanasia, connects abandoned animals with loving families, instills respect for animals through humane education, and enhances lives through animal companionship. | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | To created, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being og children and their families. | $500 |
| Wild Foundation | To protect wilderness while meeting the needs of human communities, working across cultures and boundaries by collaborating with local peoples, organizations, the private sector, and governments to create dynamic practical projects, inspiring solutions and communications initiatives. | $500 |
| Foster Kinship | Foster kinship strengthens kinship caregivers' capacity to provide safe, permanent, and nurturing homes for children. | $500 |
| Las Vegas Rescue Mission | To serve those in need through food, shelter, daily needs and addiction recovery. | $500 |
| Days End Farm Horse Rescue | To rehabilitate neglected horses and educate the community on equine welfare and advocacy. | $500 |
| Last Chance for Animals | Fight and expose the inherent cruelty of vivisection. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Darlene Lyndes
- John E Dawson
- Scott W Taylor
- Michael V Shustek
- Matthew R Policastro
Questions people ask
Does The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation give?
$28,500 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Darlene Lyndes (Trustee), John E Dawson (Trustee), Scott W Taylor (Trustee) and Michael V Shustek (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Si Redd & Tamara Redd Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, youth programs and education.