The Giving World Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Giving World Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Burlington, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $5,000. 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$17,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$5,936
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,890 the year before.
30% 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 | $5,500 | 3 | $36,469 |
| 2024 | $46,890 | 9 | $1,164 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 10 | $5,936 |
How to apply
The Giving World Foundation 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 The Giving World Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 6 | $7,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wonder Media LLC | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Direct Relief | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Greater Burlington YMCA | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Spectrum Youth & Family Services | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Audubon Vermont | General purpose | $1,000 |
| King Street Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Magicians Without Boarders | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Howard Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Manna Foodbank | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- April Cornell
- Basil Stetson
Questions people ask
Does The Giving World Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Giving World Foundation Inc give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Giving World Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists April Cornell (Director, President & Treasurer) and Basil Stetson (Director).
What does The Giving World Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.