The GFC Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The GFC Foundation is a private foundation in Pleasant Grove, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$15.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2.2 million | 13 | $16.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 15 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 14 | $15.0 million |
How to apply
The GFC 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 The GFC Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Virginia | 4 | $59,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $22,564 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sutherland Institute | General purpose | $1.1 million |
| American Heritage School | General purpose | $53,698 |
| Institute for Family Studies | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Founding Forward | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Ethics and Pucli Policy Center | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Logos Classical Academy | General purpose | $14,000 |
| Atlas Network | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Bill of Rights Institute | General purpose | $10,000 |
| DC Family & Youth Institute | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Philanthropy Roundtable | General purpose | $2,564 |
| Jefferson Institute | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Echo | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Feast | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Kids on the Move | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauralyn B Swim
- Brent McKinley
- Michale Ware
Questions people ask
Does The GFC Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The GFC Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The GFC Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauralyn B Swim (President), Brent McKinley (Director) and Michale Ware (Secretary).
What does The GFC Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.