Esse Quam Videri Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Esse Quam Videri Foundation is a private foundation in South Jordan, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $311,042 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $87,760. 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$311,042
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$87,760
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $162,242 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $171,825 | 12 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $162,242 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $311,042 | 15 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Esse Quam Videri 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.
What Esse Quam Videri Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $87,760 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $70,000 |
| California | 2 | $50,000 |
| Utah | 5 | $32,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,282 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Helping Hands for Relief Developmen | Committed to serve humanity by integrating resources for people in need. To strive to provide immediate response in disasters, and effective Programs in places of suffering | $87,760 |
| Water Mission International | To assist in research and building of sustainable safe water solutions for individuals in developing countries and disasters. This grant is for purifying water stations, supplies, etc. | $70,000 |
| Individual | Focus on overcoming barriers to unleash human potential, increasing income, and access to healthcare and education | $40,000 |
| International Rescue Committee Irc | To deliver comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions to families affected by devastating humanitarian crises in 40+ countries and over 25 cities around the world | $30,000 |
| Water for People | To promote the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments | $20,000 |
| Northwestern Band of Shoshone Natio | TO help build upon efforts by state and Tribal leaders commitment to improving state-Tribal relations. THIS PARTICULAR GRANT IS for tribal library and cultural lands restoration projects | $20,000 |
| Individual | Works in nearly 70 countries providing medical aid to those most in need | $10,000 |
| Capsa | To provide shelter and legal advocacy for abuse and violence victims | $10,000 |
| The Center for Community Solutions | To assist in healing and prevention of sexual assault, providing legal services for elder abuse and disabled adult abuse, including assistance in obtaining protective orders | $10,000 |
| The Smile Train | To support safe and quality cleft care for children and to provide access to the surgical care they deserve | $5,282 |
| Bear Lake Valley Health Care Founda | To strengthen community health by developing, improving, and expanding medical facilities | $5,000 |
| Cache Education Foundation | To assist the cache county school district in providing a quality teaching and learning environment for students | $1,000 |
| Individual | To work with local food banks and meal programs to provide resources to individuals facing hunger | $1,000 |
| Cache Youth Orchestra | To provide students the opportunity to perform the masterworks of the full orchestra literature, provide instruments, etc. | $500 |
| Box Elder School District Foundatio | To build enduring partnerships between communities and schools of Box Elder School District; this particular grant is to provide musical instruments | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Alaia Lichfield
Questions people ask
Does Esse Quam Videri Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esse Quam Videri Foundation give?
$311,042 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Esse Quam Videri Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sara Alaia Lichfield (Trustee).
What does Esse Quam Videri Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and environment and conservation.