Make It Happen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Make It Happen Foundation is a private foundation in Sandy, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,300 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $86,300. 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$200,300
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$86,300
- Assets$8,749
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was down from $330,729 the year before.
52% 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 | $330,729 | 34 | $51,009 |
| 2024 | $200,300 | 29 | $8,749 |
How to apply
Make It Happen 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 Make It Happen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Utah. It also paid $127,915 in 6 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 8 | $37,318 |
| California | 3 | $17,614 |
| Idaho | 1 | $6,078 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,517 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $2,300 |
| Indiana | 2 | $1,719 |
| Oregon | 1 | $900 |
| Texas | 2 | $739 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rheemah Hospital | Supplies and support for hospital | $86,300 |
| St Elizabeth Academy | School fees for needy students | $31,900 |
| Today's the Day Foundation | General donation | $21,000 |
| Steven R Grecco | Legal services for needy individual | $14,239 |
| Orange Couch Foundation | Humanitarian aid | $11,000 |
| Taifa Sacco Society | School fees for needy students | $6,680 |
| Brigham Young University-Idaho | Housing/supplies for needy students | $6,078 |
| Moca Westport | Museum donation | $5,517 |
| Midvale Family Dentistry | Dental work for a needy individual | $3,505 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | Museum donation | $2,000 |
| Merryl Medical | Medical assistance for the needy | $1,990 |
| Cambodian Children's Foundation | Educational supplies | $1,800 |
| CWS Global | Humanitarian donation | $1,619 |
| Gilron Properties | Housing for needy individual | $1,575 |
| Andes Education Fund | Humanitarian aid in peru | $1,000 |
| Kenya Keys | Education donation | $900 |
| Daystar University | School fees for needy students | $770 |
| Memorial Hermann | Medical assistance for the needy | $614 |
| Utah Food Bank | Food for the needy | $500 |
| Kca University | School fees for needy students | $275 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Supplies for the needy | $200 |
| Radiology Partners | Medical assistance for the needy | $125 |
| The Ups Store | Moving supplies for needy family | $113 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research | Research donation | $100 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General donation | $100 |
| Intl Fellowship of Christians & Jews | General donation | $100 |
| American Red Cross | Supplies for the needy | $100 |
| Feed the Hungry | Food for the needy | $100 |
| The Salvation Army | General donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine E Turley
- Derek J Turley
- Kathryn T Sonne
- Harold E Turley III
- Kalei T Wyatt
- Susan Steiner
Questions people ask
Does Make It Happen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Make It Happen Foundation give?
$200,300 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Make It Happen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elaine E Turley (Trustee), Derek J Turley (Trustee), Kathryn T Sonne (Trustee) and Harold E Turley III (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Make It Happen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and human services.