A Glimmer of Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A Glimmer of Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Cedar Park, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.8 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $2.1 million. 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$5.8 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$67.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.2 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6.2 million | 10 | $55.5 million |
| 2024 | $5.8 million | 11 | $67.9 million |
How to apply
A Glimmer of Hope 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What A Glimmer of Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $4.7 million in 8 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $948,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guraghe Development and Cultural Association | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $2.1 million |
| Oromia Development Association | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $1.9 million |
| A Glimmer of Hope Foundation Austin | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $898,000 |
| Relief Society of Tigray | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $345,143 |
| Self Help Africa | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $231,928 |
| Home Project USA | To support refugee children in greece | $100,000 |
| Amhara Development Association | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $55,513 |
| Organization for Rehabilitation & Development in Amhara | To fund organization's exempt purpose | $51,702 |
| Smartaid International | Israel relief efforts | $50,000 |
| Austin Community Foundation | To support the organization's housing affordability program | $50,000 |
| Smartaid International | Clean water access in gaza | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alicyn Yarbrough
- Donna Berber
- Philip Berber
- Shane Berber
- Ryan Berber
- Jake Berber
- Santiago Montoya
Questions people ask
Does A Glimmer of Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A Glimmer of Hope Foundation give?
$5.8 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs A Glimmer of Hope Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alicyn Yarbrough (Ceo), Donna Berber (Director / President), Philip Berber (Chairman, Co-Founder) and Shane Berber (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does A Glimmer of Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and human services.