American Dream Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
American Dream Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ogden, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,538 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $23,550. 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$36,538
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$23,550
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $71,619 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 | $286,876 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $71,619 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $36,538 | 10 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
American Dream Foundation Inc 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 American Dream Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5 | $25,917 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,110 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,050 |
| Idaho | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $139 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $122 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leaders to Give Inc | General charitable pupose | $23,550 |
| Pickleball Hall of Fame | General charitable purpose | $5,110 |
| Turning Point USA | General charitable purpose | $5,050 |
| Weber County Fraternal Order of Pol | General charitable purpose | $1,218 |
| Salvation Army | General charitable purpose | $749 |
| Utah State University | Toc scholarship | $250 |
| Brigham Young University Idaho | General charitable purpose | $200 |
| Ensign College | Toc scholarship | $150 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General charitable purpose | $139 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | General charitable purpose | $122 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Gullo
- John D Gullo
- Brett Dagley
Questions people ask
Does American Dream Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does American Dream Foundation Inc give?
$36,538 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs American Dream Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Gullo (Director), John D Gullo (Trustee/Dire) and Brett Dagley (Director).
What does American Dream Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.