The Gifford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gifford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga Springs, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$65,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $131,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $131,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Gifford 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childhelp | General charitable needs | $10,000 |
| Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Wellington T Mara | General charitable needs | $10,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | General charitable needs | $10,000 |
| Association to Benefit Children | Charitable needs | $10,000 |
| Aquarium of the Bay | General chartiable needs | $10,000 |
| Americans for Oxford - Kellogg Creative Writing | General charitable needs | $5,000 |
| Nathan Norris Kreidenweis Foundation | General charitable needs | $5,000 |
| USC - Cinematic Arts | General chartiable needs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathie Lee Gifford
- Cody Gifford
- Cassidy Gifford
Questions people ask
Does The Gifford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gifford Family Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Gifford Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathie Lee Gifford (Trustee), Cody Gifford (Trustee) and Cassidy Gifford (Trustee).