Social Impact Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Social Impact Foundation is a private foundation in Asheville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,511 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3,511
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$40,770
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $14,000 | 4 | $30,167 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 2 | $32,158 |
| 2025 | $3,511 | 4 | $40,770 |
How to apply
Social Impact 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 Social Impact Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,511 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary Foundation | Fight poverty, illiteracy & malnutri | $1,000 |
| Small World Yoga | Empower people, communities | $1,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | Disaster respone food distribution | $1,000 |
| Asheville Pickleball Assoc | Promotes growth of pickleball in wes | $511 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Livingston
- Kem Ellis
- Sarah K Ellis
Questions people ask
Does Social Impact Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Social Impact Foundation give?
$3,511 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Social Impact Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Livingston (Officer), Kem Ellis (Officer) and Sarah K Ellis (Trustee).
What does Social Impact Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.