Safety Systems Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Safety Systems Foundation is a private foundation in Falls Church, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,500. 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$40,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$925,820
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,500 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $35,500 | 16 | $806,401 |
| 2024 | $40,500 | 16 | $925,820 |
How to apply
Safety Systems 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 Safety Systems Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 4 | $12,000 |
| California | 2 | $6,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whirlwind Wheelchair | General support | $4,500 |
| Center for Hlth Environmnt and Just | General support | $4,000 |
| Nuclear Info Resources Service | General support | $4,000 |
| Beyond Nuclear | General support | $4,000 |
| AppalachiaScience Pub Interest | General support | $3,000 |
| American Museum of Tort Law | General support | $2,500 |
| Flyersrights | General support | $2,500 |
| Beyond Pesticides | General support | $2,000 |
| Childrens Advocacy Institute | General support | $2,000 |
| Public Emp for Environmental Respon | General support | $2,000 |
| Veterans for Peace | General support | $2,000 |
| Western Org of Resources Council | General support | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $2,000 |
| Woodland Community Land Trust | General support | $2,000 |
| Clean Air Campaign | General support | $1,000 |
| Alternative Radio | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Claire Nader
- Laura Nader
Questions people ask
Does Safety Systems Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Safety Systems Foundation give?
$40,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Safety Systems Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Claire Nader (Trustee) and Laura Nader (Trustee).
What does Safety Systems Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.