Earth
Preselected recipients only
Earth is a private foundation in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$56,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $4,000 | 2 | $658,665 |
| 2024 | $56,000 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Earth 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 Earth funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Health Defense | Help provide services to protect children | $15,000 |
| Living Hands and Waters | Provide resources to educate individuals on healthy lands and waters | $10,000 |
| Democracy Now | Help individuals understand democracy | $5,000 |
| Native American Rights Fund | Protect the rights native americans | $5,000 |
| Government Accountability Project | Ensure that the government is accountable | $5,000 |
| The Innocence Project | Ensure that all individuals get the right to fight for their innocence | $5,000 |
| Ican | To provide care for all that may need care | $4,000 |
| Brother Wold | To provide resources to the organization to operate functionally | $4,000 |
| Mas Food Bank | To provide food to individuals in need | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Roos
Questions people ask
Does Earth accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Earth give?
$56,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Earth?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Roos (president).
What does Earth fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.