Asea Advancing Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Asea Advancing Life Foundation is a private foundation in Pleasant Grove, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $992,345 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $35,554 and the largest $292,259. 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$992,345
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$35,554
- Largest grant$292,259
- Assets$221,452
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $913,710 the year before.
50% 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 | $913,710 | 16 | $734,968 |
| 2024 | $992,345 | 14 | $221,452 |
How to apply
Asea Advancing Life 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 Asea Advancing Life Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5 | $507,827 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $292,259 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $45,000 |
| California | 2 | $42,829 |
| Indiana | 1 | $33,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Engage Now Africa | Education and Clean Water | $292,259 |
| Choice Humanitarian | Food insecurity and education | $278,008 |
| Mothers Without Borders | Education Projects | $129,069 |
| The Exodus Road | Rescure in the Philippines | $50,000 |
| WHOlives Inc | Clean Water Projects | $45,000 |
| Vision Cambodia | Clean Water Projects | $40,750 |
| Speak Up for the Poor | Education Projects | $37,609 |
| KNOT Today | Human Trafficking | $33,500 |
| Feeding America | Feed Poor | $30,000 |
| United Way of North Carolina | NC Disaster Relief | $15,000 |
| United Way of Florida | Hurrican Disaster Releif | $15,000 |
| Village Book Builders | Servie Project | $15,000 |
| North America Ascent Service Project | School Library Sponsorship | $5,220 |
| The Salvation Army | Disaster Relief | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- KimMarie Larsen
- Charles Funke
- Misty Lindsey
- Robb Bruce
- Adolfo Avalos
Questions people ask
Does Asea Advancing Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Asea Advancing Life Foundation give?
$992,345 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $35,554.
Who runs Asea Advancing Life Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists KimMarie Larsen (Chair), Charles Funke (Board Member), Misty Lindsey (Board Member) and Robb Bruce (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Asea Advancing Life Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and food and hunger.