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First Fruit Inc. is a private corporation based in NEWPORT BEACH, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1976. The principal officer is Firs. It holds total assets of $19.5M. Annual income is reported at $7.7M. Total assets have decreased from $50.5M in 2011 to $19.5M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 10 officers and trustees. A grantmaking foundation that resources leaders and organizations working among the poorest segments of the Majority World, guided by Christian faith that integrates both word and deed. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, First Fruit Inc. has made 584 grants totaling $19.4M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has decreased from $7.4M in 2020 to $2.7M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $500K, with an average award of $33K. The foundation has supported 209 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Georgia, California, Michigan, which account for 31% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 36 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$34K
Largest Grant
$500K
Based on 159 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
A grantmaking foundation that resources leaders and organizations working among the poorest segments of the Majority World, guided by Christian faith that integrates both word and deed. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 584 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in GA, CA, MI.
First Fruit Inc. has distributed a total of $19.4M across 584 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $33K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $500K.
First Fruit Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Gifts are made only to section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3) organizations which have a christian identity and engage in activities focused in the developing world.
First Fruit Inc. is headquartered in NEWPORT BEACH, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 36 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail Frederick | CO-VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Randy Lake | DIRECTOR | $8K | $0 | $8K |
| David W Bennett | SECRETARY & DIRECTOR | $8K | $0 | $8K |
| Henry Cloud | DIRECTOR | $8K | $0 | $8K |
| Victoria Cloud | DIRECTOR | $8K | $0 | $8K |
| Brian Fikkert | DIRECTOR | $8K | $0 | $8K |
| Gail J Ochs | CO-VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Lake | ASSISTANT TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard M Haugen | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Peter M Ochs | PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$19.5M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$19.5M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
584
Total Giving
$19.4M
Average Grant
$33K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
209
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope InternationalBENIN PROJECT START UP | Lancaster, PA | $10K | 2023 |
| Elam MinistriesSUPPORT CAPACITY BUILDING INITIATIVES. | Fairfax, VA | $200K | 2023 |
| New GenerationsTOWARDS OPERATIONS AND SUCCESSION PLANNING NEEDS | Los Altos, CA | $200K | 2023 |
| Development Associates InternationalFUNDING BRIGHT SPOTS | Colorado Springs, CO | $200K | 2023 |
| Village Schools InternationalCONSTRUCTION OF NEW SCHOOLS IN MALAWI, ZAMBIA, UGANDA AND KENYA. | Tomball, TX | $200K | 2023 |
| National Christian FoundationINDIA COLLABORATION | Alpharetta, GA | $188K | 2023 |
| International Generosity FoundationTO SUPPORT THE DIRECTOR OF CHURCH ENGAGEMENT POSITION. | Clearwater, FL | $153K | 2023 |
| Far East Broadcasting CompanyTOWARDS STRENGTHENING OPERATIONAL CAPACITIES AND LEADERSHIP. | La Mirada, CA | $140K | 2023 |
| Cure International IncWHERE NEEDED MOST | Grand Rapids, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Operation MobilizationTOWARDS TOP THREE STRATEGIC INITIAIVES AS LEADERSHIP SEES FIT. | Tyrone, GA | $100K | 2023 |
| Redeem InternationalTO EQUIP THE UGANDA NATIONAL TEAM TO SUPPORT MINISTRY GROWTH. | Merrifield, VA | $100K | 2023 |
| Langham Partnership UsaDECENTRALIZING DECISION MAKING TO LANGHAM'S GLOBAL SOUTH LEADERS | Cave Creek, AZ | $100K | 2023 |
| Christian Alliance For OrphansFAITH TO ACTION INITIATIVE | Mclean, VA | $92K | 2023 |
| Lifenet InternationalEQUIPPING CHURCH-BASED HEALTH CLINICS IN DRC & BURUNDI. SUPPORT FOR 2 KEY FEMALE LEADERS. | Washington, DC | $78K | 2023 |
| International Crisis AidTOWARDS CRISIS AID FOR THE ADWA WOMEN'S FARM | St Louis, MO | $50K | 2023 |
| Helping Children WorldwideMOVING INTO THE ROLE OF CHAMPION WEST AFRICA AND FOR THE FBC COMMUNITY | Chantilly, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Sinapis GroupBOARD GRANT | Indianapolis, IN | $50K | 2023 |
| Thrive MinistryWHERE NEEDED MOST. | Lakewood, CO | $35K | 2023 |
| Ifes UsaFOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF IFES DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ROADMAP | Madison, WI | $28K | 2023 |
| Veritas ForumCAPACITY BUILDING AND DONOR DEVELOPMENT | Cambridge, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Global Evangelical TeamFREE SURGICAL CAMP MEDICAL EXPENSES. | Huntsville, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| EntrustTRANSPORTATION AND ACCOMMODATION COSTS FOR THE MMD GLOBAL 2043 INDABA | Colorado Springs, CO | $24K | 2023 |
| Life In AbundanceLIA RESPONSE TO SUDAN CRISIS | Dallas, TX | $21K | 2023 |
| World Evangelical AllianceTOWARDS THE MEDIA ASPECT OF THE ESTHER PROJECT. | New York, NY | $18K | 2023 |
| For VietnamTOWARDS THE 2023 BUDGET FOR PHASE 2 OF THE CMS | Hurst, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Jesus InstituteTO SUPPORT ONE COHORT GROUP IN THE FOLLOW UP FROM THE YOUTH CONFERENCE | Del Mar, CA | $14K | 2023 |
| Oc InternationalTOWARD TRAVEL SUBSIDIES. | Colorado Springs, CO | $13K | 2023 |
| Alliance For Children EverywhereWHERE NEEDED MOST | Ridgefield, WA | $11K | 2023 |
| React ServicesFOR RHP LEADERSHIP TEAM GATHERING IN DECEMBER 2023 | Mill Creek, WA | $11K | 2023 |
| Children Of Character IncWHERE NEEDED MOST | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2023 |
| Heart For Lebanon FoundationTOWARDS THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUND | Black Mountain, NC | $10K | 2023 |
| Life In Abundance InternationalTOWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CONFERENCE ATTENDEES | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Servant Partners IncYEAR TWO TO SUPPORT THE KINGDOM TRANSFORMATION | Pomona, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Total IdeasOPERATING EXPENSES AND TRAVEL SUBSIDIES FOR YOUNG ASIAN BELIEVERS TO ATTEND ARISE ASIA 2023. | Oakland, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Adventive Cross Cultural InitiativesWHERE NEEDED MOST | Rock Hill, SC | $8K | 2023 |
| Medical Ambassadors InternationalFOR WHEREVER NEEDED MOST | Salida, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Assoc Of Christian Schools InternationalTOWARDS PATHS TO SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM | Colorado Springs, CO | $8K | 2023 |
| Morning Star DevelopmentFOR TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE NEEDS. | Colorado Springs, CO | $8K | 2023 |
| Heritage Christian College Foundation UsaTOWARDS TRIP EXPENSES FOR THE CHRISTIAN ECONOMIC FORUM IN RWANDA | Plano, TX | $7K | 2023 |
| Narramore Christian Foundation IncTOWARDS FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE NEW FACILITY | Arcadia, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Samaritan'S PurseTOWARDS THE GREATEST JOURNEY PROGRAM | Boone, NC | $5K | 2023 |
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