Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $189,994 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$189,994
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $138,010 the year before.
38% 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 | $138,010 | 38 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $189,994 | 37 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis 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 Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Utah. It also paid $4,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 18 | $77,294 |
| New York | 3 | $12,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | To benefit charity | $10,000 |
| Paul Sherwen Project | To benefit charity | $10,000 |
| Stemblazers | To benefit charity. | $10,000 |
| Individual | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Tandika Revitalization Fund | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Protect Democracy Project | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Family Scholar House | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Lifting Hand International | To aid in charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Girls Scouts of Utah | To benefit charity | $9,000 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $8,000 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $7,000 |
| Individual | To assist school's capital campaign | $6,500 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $5,170 |
| Boys Girls Club Ut | To benefit charity | $5,000 |
| Crossroads Urban Center | To benefit charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $5,000 |
| Building Youth Around the World | To benefit charity | $5,000 |
| Chatham County Partnership for Chil | To aid in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Children - Utah | To aid in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | To aid in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Under the Same Tree | To aid in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Utah | To benefit charity | $4,000 |
| Dignity House | To benefit charity | $4,000 |
| The Road Home | To benefit charity | $3,500 |
| Art of Yoga Project | To benefit charity | $2,000 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $2,000 |
| The Salt Lake Tribune | To benefit charity | $1,000 |
| Jackson Hole Community Housing | To aid in charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists | To aid in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Utah Avalanche Center | To benefit charity | $318 |
| KRCL 909 FM | To benefit charity | $206 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $200 |
| Individual | To benefit charity | $200 |
| Kuer 901 FM | To aid in charitable purpose | $200 |
| Saint Jude Children's Research Hosp | To aid in charitable purpose | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven B Achelis
- Elizabeth L Frank
- Eric S Achelis
- Jennifer A Huffine
- Kimberly A Achelis
- Michael D Achelis
Questions people ask
Does Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation give?
$189,994 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven B Achelis (Trustee), Elizabeth L Frank (Director), Eric S Achelis (Director) and Jennifer A Huffine (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Achelis Foundation DBA Steven B Achelis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and international.