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Foundation For Global Sports Development is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is % David Ulich. It holds total assets of $7M. Annual income is reported at $7.2M. IN 2015 THE FOUNDATION FORMED SIDEWINDER FILMS, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS), A 501(C)(3) WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARY, IN FURTHERANCE OF ITS TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES AND CHARITABLE MISSION. SPORT IS MORE THAN SIMPLY A TYPE OF COMPETITION. SPORT HOLDS THE KEY TO UNLOCKING THE TRIUMPH OF HUMAN SPIRIT, MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING, AND COOPERATION AND RESPECT AMONG ALL PEOPLE. SIDEWINDER FILMS SEEKS TO BRING THESE POSITIVE MESSAGES OF SPORT TO PEOPLE THROUGH FILMS WHICH TOUCH LIVES, TELL REMARKABLE STORIES, AND CREATE A LASTING IMPACT. SIDEWINDER FILMS PRODUCED MUNICH '72 AND BEYOND, AN EMMY NOMINATED DOCUMENTARY THAT TAKES THE VIEWER ON AN EMOTIONAL JOURNEY FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE 1972 ATTACK TO PRESENT-DAY, WHERE FINALLY HEALING BEGINS TO BE WITNESSED AS A NEW MEMORIAL IS BEING BUILT IN MUNICH AT THE OLYMPIC PARK. IN 2017, SIDEWINDER FILMS BECAME THE SOLE MEMBER OF A NEWLY CREATED ENTITY, BED ONE, LLC, WHICH HAS THE PURPOSE TO ENGAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION AND COMPLETION (CONTINUED ON STATEMENT 17). According to available records, Foundation For Global Sports Development has made 373 grants totaling $10.2M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has decreased from $2.5M in 2020 to $1.3M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $4.3M distributed across 134 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $250K, with an average award of $27K. The foundation has supported 151 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Michigan, Arizona, which account for 51% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 27 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
IN 2015 THE FOUNDATION FORMED SIDEWINDER FILMS, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS), A 501(C)(3) WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARY, IN FURTHERANCE OF ITS TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES AND CHARITABLE MISSION. SPORT IS MORE THAN SIMPLY A TYPE OF COMPETITION. SPORT HOLDS THE KEY TO UNLOCKING THE TRIUMPH OF HUMAN SPIRIT, MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING, AND COOPERATION AND RESPECT AMONG ALL PEOPLE. SIDEWINDER FILMS SEEKS TO BRING THESE POSITIVE MESSAGES OF SPORT TO PEOPLE THROUGH FILMS WHICH TOUCH LIVES, TELL REMARKABLE STORIES, AND CREATE A LASTING IMPACT. SIDEWINDER FILMS PRODUCED MUNICH '72 AND BEYOND, AN EMMY NOMINATED DOCUMENTARY THAT TAKES THE VIEWER ON AN EMOTIONAL JOURNEY FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE 1972 ATTACK TO PRESENT-DAY, WHERE FINALLY HEALING BEGINS TO BE WITNESSED AS A NEW MEMORIAL IS BEING BUILT IN MUNICH AT THE OLYMPIC PARK. IN 2017, SIDEWINDER FILMS BECAME THE SOLE MEMBER OF A NEWLY CREATED ENTITY, BED ONE, LLC, WHICH HAS THE PURPOSE TO ENGAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION AND COMPLETION (CONTINUED ON STATEMENT 17)
Expenses: $550K
IN 2018, THE FOUNDATION FORMED ANOTHER 501(C)(3) WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARY, SIDEWINDER FILMS III, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS III), WITH THE PURPOSE OF ENGAGING IN VARIOUS PROGRAMS IN FURTHERANCE OF THE FOUNDATION'S TAX-EXEMPT CHARITABLE MISSION, INCLUDING PRODUCING AN EDUCATIONAL FILM, WATERMAN. WATERMAN SHARES THE MOSTLY UNKNOWN STORY OF FIVE-TIME OLYMPIC MEDALIST DUKE KAHANAMOKU WHO SHATTERED RECORDS AND BROUGHT SURFING TO THE WORLD, ALL WHILE OVERCOMING RAMPANT RACISM IN A LIFETIME OF PERSONAL CHALLENGES. FEW OUTSIDE OF HAWAII KNOW THE DETAILS OF THIS INSPIRING STORY AND HIS CONSIDERABLE IMPACT TO SOCIETY WORLDWIDE. (CONITNUED ON STATEMENT 17)
Expenses: $189K
IN FURTHERANCE OF THEIR MISSION, THE FOUNDATION RUNS A NUMBER OF AWARDS PROGRAMS THAT RECOGNIZE INDIVIDUALS WHOSE COMMITMENT TO SERVICE EXCEEDS THE NORM. GSD'S ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE AWARD WAS CREATED TO RECOGNIZE ATHLETES WHO HAVE BEEN ROLE MODELS, LEADERS AND CHAMPIONS NOT JUST IN SPORT BUT IN USING SPORTS TO PROMOTE EDUCATION AND FAIR PLAY, AS WELL AS TO FIGHT THE USE OF DOPING SUBSTANCES, INJUSTICE AND INTOLERANCE. THE ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE AWARD HONORS ATHLETES WHO USE THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS IN SPORT AS A CATALYST TO INSPIRE POSITIVE CHANGE. OUR ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE RECIPIENTS ARE ACKNOWLEDGED FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING EFFORTS IN COMMUNITY OUTREACH, HUMANITARIANISM AND YOUTH MENTORSHIP. AS PART OF THE AWARD, RECIPIENTS WILL RECEIVE A $10,000 GRANT, ENABLING THEM TO PURSUE THEIR PASSIONS AND CREATE EVEN MORE POSITIVE CHANGE. SINCE 2010 AT, BEFORE, OR AFTER EACH OLYMPIC GAMES, THE HUMANITARIAN AWARD HAS BEEN PRESENTED TO INDIVIDUALS AND (CONTINUED ON STATEMENT 17)
IN 2015 THE FOUNDATION FORMED SIDEWINDER FILMS, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS), A 501(C)(3) WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARY, IN FURTHERANCE OF ITS TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES AND CHARITABLE MISSION. SPORT IS MORE THAN SIMPLY A TYPE OF COMPETITION. SPORT HOLDS THE KEY TO UNLOCKING THE TRIUMPH OF HUMAN SPIRIT, MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING, AND COOPERATION AND RESPECT AMONG ALL PEOPLE. SIDEWINDER FILMS SEEKS TO BRING THESE POSITIVE MESSAGES OF SPORT TO PEOPLE THROUGH FILMS WHICH TOUCH LIVES, TELL REMARKABLE STORIES, AND CREATE A LASTING IMPACT. SIDEWINDER FILMS PRODUCED MUNICH '72 AND BEYOND, AN EMMY NOMINATED DOCUMENTARY THAT TAKES THE VIEWER ON AN EMOTIONAL JOURNEY FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE 1972 ATTACK TO PRESENT-DAY, WHERE FINALLY HEALING BEGINS TO BE WITNESSED AS A NEW MEMORIAL IS BEING BUILT IN MUNICH AT THE OLYMPIC PARK. IN 2017, SIDEWINDER FILMS BECAME THE SOLE MEMBER OF A NEWLY CREATED ENTITY, BED ONE, LLC, WHICH HAS THE PURPOSE TO ENGAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION AND COMPLETION (CONTINUED ON STATEMENT 17). Based on available records, the foundation has funded 373 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, MI, AZ.
Foundation For Global Sports Development has distributed a total of $10.2M across 373 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $27K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $250K.
Foundation For Global Sports Development is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (954560243) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Foundation For Global Sports Development is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 27 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melanie Armenti | ASST SECRETARY, ASST TREASURER, COO | $270K | $22K | $292K |
| David Ulich | PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR, CEO | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Paul Malingagio | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Baum | TREASURER, SECRETARY, DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Shoshana Ungerleider | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$6M
Total Assets
$10.7M
Fair Market Value
$10.7M
Net Worth
$10.3M
Grants Paid
$1.3M
Contributions
$50K
Net Investment Income
$1.4M
Distribution Amount
$0
Total: $8.7M
Total Grants
373
Total Giving
$10.2M
Average Grant
$27K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
151
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearts And HorsesSUPPORT OF 2023 LUCKY HEARTS ANNUAL GALA. | Loveland, CO | $6K | 2023 |
| End Well FoundationIN SUPPORT OF END WELL'S PROGRAMS SUCH AS ITS 2023 DAY-LONG HYBRID EVENT; PARTNERSHIP WITH USC'S HOLLYWOOD, HEALTH AND SOCIETY; EDUCATING ABOUT THE USE OF DIFFERENT THERAPIES FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL; ALL OF WHICH WILL FOCUS ON END OF LIFE, GRIEF, LOSS, CAREGIVING, AND ASSOCIATED HEALTH AND WELFARE CHALLENGES. | Healdsburg, CA | $250K | 2023 |
| Ittf FoundationSEE EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY - 2021 PLEDGE TO ITTF FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF 2023 PROGRAMS. | Leipzig | $150K | 2023 |
| ChildhelpTO SUPPORT THE COURAGE FIRST ATHLETE HELPLINE, A TOLL-FREE HOTLINE THAT ASSISTS ATHLETES, PARENTS, COACHES, AND ANYONE IN ATHLETIC COMMUNITIES CONCERNED ABOUT EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL, AND SEXUAL ABUSE. | Phoenix, AZ |
Other foundations that have funded Foundation For Global Sports Development.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khr Mcneely Family Foundation | $50K | 2023 | PRODUCTION OF EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTARIES |
Expenses: $65K
IN 2020, THE FOUNDATION FORMED TWO ADDITIONAL 501(C)(3) WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARIES, SIDEWINDER FILMS V, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS V), AND SIDEWINDER FILMS VI, LLC (SIDEWINDER FILMS VI), WITH THE PURPOSE OF ENGAGING IN VARIOUS PROGRAMS IN FURTHERANCE OF THE FOUNDATION'S TAX-EXEMPT CHARITABLE PURPOSES, INCLUDING PRODUCING TWO ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL FILMS, I PLAY TO SURVIVE: VON CRAMM V. HITLER, AND 12 PARTS PER MILLION, WHICH WILL BE USED TO CARRY OUT SUCH CHARITABLE PURPOSES. TRIUMPH AND DISASTER: THE LIFE OF GOTTFRIED VON CRAMM WILL SHARE THE HEROIC STORY OF GOTTFRIED VON CRAMM, AN INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CHAMPION WHO CHALLENGES HITLER, SURVIVES A BRUTAL WAR AND FACES CONSEQUENCES FOR HIS SECRET LIFE. WITH COURAGE AND A STRONG SENSE OF FAMILY, HE FIGHTS TO REGAIN HIS HONOR BOTH ON THE TENNIS COURT AND OFF. RICK DEMONT: STOLEN GOLD TELLS THE STORY OF TEEN OLYMPIC SWIMMING SENSATION, RICK DEMONT, WHO HAS HIS GOLD (CONTINUED ON STATEMENT 17)
Expenses: $2.1M
| Ariel Kelley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2015 | 990PF | View |
| $100K |
| 2023 |
| World Archery FederationSEE EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY - 2021 PLEDGE TO WORLD ARCHERY FEDERATION IN SUPPORT OF 2023 PROGRAMS. | Lausanne | $100K | 2023 |
| Southern California Committee For Olympic Games (Sccog)IN SUPPORT OF SCCOG'S 2023-2024 READY, SET, GOLD! YOUTH PROGRAMMING (1ST OF 2 INSTALLMENTS) | Santa Monica, CA | $90K | 2023 |
| International Tennis Federation (Itf)SEE EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY - 2023 GRANT TO SUPPORT THE ITF'S GENDER EQUALITY STRATEGY "ADVANTAGE ALL." | London | $75K | 2023 |
| Fair Play Americas IncIN SUPPORT OF FAIR PLAY'S BOOTH AND ROVING REPORTERS INITIATIVE AT THE 2023 PAN AMERICAN GAMES IN CHILE | Chevy Chase, MD | $50K | 2023 |
| University Of Southern CaliforniaSUPPORT OF USC'S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS | Los Angeles, CA | $32K | 2023 |
| Friends Of MalibuTO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS OF MALIBU URGENT CARE | Malibu, CA | $26K | 2023 |
| Exceptional Youth Scholarship RecipEXCEPTIONAL YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP | Healdsburg, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| KanaluTO SUPPORT KANALU PROGRAMS THAT TEACH NATIVE HAWAIIAN SPORTS, THE OCEAN, AND OCEAN SAFETY AWARENESS | Kaneohe, HI | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 3ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | San Fernando, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 5ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Redmond, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 6ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Tucson, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| La Sports Council FoundationSUPPORT FOR 2023 LA SPORTS AWARDS. | Santa Monica, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Angel City SportsCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE 2023 ANGEL CITY GAMES. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Avalon Healing CenterTO SUPPORT AVALON HEALING CENTER'S 2023 OPEN HOUSE | Detroit, MI | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 9ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Woerden | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 8ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Dubai | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 7ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Santa Monica, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Northwest Film Forum2023 GRANT TO SUPPORT AN IMPACT CAMPAIGN FOR THE FILM "UNCLE BULLY'S SURF SKOOL." | Seattle, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Players Philanthropy Fund2023 ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE GRANT DESIGNATED BY RECIPIENT TO PLAYERS PHILATHROPY FUND FOR THE OK U GO FOUNDATION. | Towson, MD | $10K | 2023 |
| Visual Communications MediaTO SUPPORT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES ASIAN PACIFIC FILM FESTIVAL | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii2023 GOLDEN SPONSORSHIP OF ADH'S VALENTINE BENEFIT EVENT | Makawao, HI | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 1ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Frederick, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 2ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Cherry Hill, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Athletes In Excellence Recipent 4ATHLETES IN EXCELLENCE | Memphis, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| Culver City Education FoundationGRANT TO CULVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES ACADEMICALLY AT-RISK STUDENT-ATHLETES AT CULVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL (CCHS) TARGETED SUPPORT AND MOTIVA-TIONAL ENCOURAGEMENT TO KEEP THEM ON TRACK BOTH ACADEMICALLY AND ON THE FIELD. | Culver City, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| The Play Equity FundTO SUPPORT THE PLAY EQUITY FUND'S 2023 PLAY DAY | Los Angeles, CA | $6K | 2023 |
| Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku FoundationTO SUPPORT THE 2023 HAWAII WATERMAN HALL OF FAME DINNER | Honolulu, HI | $5K | 2023 |
| The Pad ProjectTO SUPPORT THE PAD PROJECT'S 2023 GALA | Los Angeles, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Women'S GuildTO SUPPORT WOMEN'S GUILD CEDAR CEDARS-SINAI | Beverly Hills, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Candlelighters For Children With CancerTO SUPPORT CANDLELIGHERS' RIDE FOR A CHILD 2023 EVENT | Portland, OR | $1K | 2023 |
| Ucla FoundationTO SUPPORT THE UCLA FOUNDATION | Pasadena, CA | $250 | 2023 |
| The Healdsburg SchoolTO SUPPORT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PERMANENT CAMPUS FOR GRANTEE. | Healdsburg, CA | $200K | 2022 |
| Promoting Awareness Victim EmpowermentTO SUPPORT SURVIVORS OF ABUSE BY CREATING A THERAPEUTIC METAVERSE PORTAL AND A 2023 NATIONAL SPEAKING TOUR CENTERED ON YOUTH SPORTS, JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES TO INCREASE ABUSE AWARENESS, PREVENTION, AND SOLIDARITY. | Chicago, IL | $100K | 2022 |
| International Surfing AssociationTO SUPPORT ADAPTIVE SURFING INCLUDING THE 2022 PISMO BEACH ISA WORLD PARA SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP (WPSC); PARALYMPIC MEETINGS AND ISAS LA2028 APPLICATION; AND ISA PARA SURFING CLASSIFICATION TRAINING AND ASSESSMENTS. | La Jolla, CA | $80K | 2022 |
| Healdsburg Parks Foundation2021 GRANT PLEDGE TO SUPPORT PUBLIC PARK PROJECTS IN THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AND CREATE ACCESS TO PARKS AND PUBLIC SPACES. | Healdsburg, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| Kids Play International2TO SUPPORT KPI'S WORK IN RWANDA AND CAMBODIA PROMOTING GENDER EQUITY AND OLYMPIC VALUES THROUGH SPORTS. | Park City, UT | $30K | 2022 |
| Na Kama KaiTO SUPPORT HLAU N KAMA KAI (N KAMA KAI SCHOOL)AN AFTER-SCHOOL AND WEEKEND PROGRAM DESIGNED TO TEACH LOCAL YOUTH THE FUNDAMENTALS OF OCEAN SPORTS AND CULTURE. | Waianae, HI | $25K | 2022 |
| Challenged Athletes FoundationTO SUPPORT THEIR 2023 ADAPTIVE BEACH VOLLEYBALL CLINIC: FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT RENTALS AND PURCHASES, ATHLETIC GEAR, TRAVEL GRANTS FOR OUT-OF-TOWN PARTICIPANTS, AND SPORT EXPENSE GRANTS FOR COACHING, TRAINING AND COMPETITION. | San Diego, CA | $25K | 2022 |
| Students Run LaTO SUPPORT SRLA'S STUDENT-PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR QUEST TO COMPLETE THE LOS ANGELES MARATHON IN 2023. | Tarzana, CA | $22K | 2022 |
| Scopa Has A Dream Dba Corazon HealdsburgTO SUPPORT GRANTEE'S EVENT OF THE HEART 2022 FUNDRAISER. | Healdsburg, CA | $20K | 2022 |
| World Curling FederationSEE EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY - 2022 GRANT - OLYMPIC CELEBRATION TOUR | Perth | $18K | 2022 |
| Team Prime TimeTO SUPPORT THE "PRIME TIME GAMES" AT 30 MIDDLE AND ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, GIVING LOW INCOME YOUTH (COACHES) AND STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (ATHLETES) THE CHANCE TO COMPETE IN A SCHOOL LEAGUE. | Los Angeles, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| Childhelp IncTO SUPPORT GRANTEE'S EQUINE THERAPY PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED ABUSE AND/OR NEGLECT AT CHILDHELPS VILLAGE IN VIRGINIA. | Phoenix, AZ | $15K | 2022 |
| The La84 FoundationIN SUPPORT OF THE 2022 LA84 FOUNDATION SUMMIT. | Los Angeles, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| Row LaTO SUPPORT THEIR LEVEL 1, 2, AND 3 ROWING PROGRAMS THAT MAKE ROWING ACCESSIBLE TO A WIDE RANGE OF PUBLIC-SCHOOL STUDENTS AND INCREASE DIVERSITY WITHIN THE SPORT. | Marina Del Rey, CA | $13K | 2022 |
| Luther Burbank Center For The ArtsLUTHER BURBANK CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN SUPPORT OF THEIR ARTS AND EDUCATION FUND. | Santa Rosa, CA | $10K | 2022 |
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