Help the Innocent Inc
Preselected recipients only
Help the Innocent Inc is a private foundation in South Jordan, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,662 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $650 and the largest $10,710. 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$20,662
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$650
- Largest grant$10,710
- Assets$331,919
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $29,850 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,388 | 8 | $164,657 |
| 2023 | $775 | 4 | $167,564 |
| 2024 | $29,850 | 5 | $225,180 |
| 2025 | $20,662 | 10 | $331,919 |
How to apply
Help the Innocent 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Help the Innocent Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 7 | $19,462 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $800 |
| Michigan | 1 | $300 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ of LDS | Various | $10,710 |
| Church of Jesus Christ of LDS | Various | $4,265 |
| Rape Recovery Center | Empower those victimized by sexual violence and educate the community. | $2,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Innocence Center | Innocence investigation and litigation services. | $1,258 |
| Youth Link | Helps young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness | $800 |
| Abby Lou Foundation | Help and educate adults with intellectual disabilities | $500 |
| Murray Greenhouse Foundation | Various | $500 |
| Better Not Broken Community Develop | Various | $300 |
| Individual | Various | $229 |
| Knowledge Point Network | Various | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor Sipos
- Suzanne Vanwagoner
- Sara Vigh
Questions people ask
Does Help the Innocent Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Help the Innocent Inc give?
$20,662 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $650.
Who runs Help the Innocent Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Victor Sipos (Director), Suzanne Vanwagoner (Trustee) and Sara Vigh (Trustee).
What does Help the Innocent Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.