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Gods Gift is a private corporation based in POWAY, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is Helen Lovaas. It holds total assets of $56.7M. Annual income is reported at $30M. Total assets have grown from $12.7M in 2011 to $56.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 7 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California and Idaho. According to available records, Gods Gift has made 410 grants totaling $11.1M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has decreased from $9.1M in 2022 to $2M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $500K, with an average award of $27K. The foundation has supported 130 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Georgia, Idaho, which account for 51% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 26 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$26K
Largest Grant
$600K
Based on 113 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.
Gods Gift primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 410 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, GA, ID.
Gods Gift has distributed a total of $11.1M across 410 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $27K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $500K.
Gods Gift typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Gods Gift is headquartered in POWAY, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 26 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Bartlett | PRESIDENT | $73K | $0 | $73K |
| Daniel Lovaas | CFO/SECRETARY | $61K | $0 | $61K |
| Cindy Westwood | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Theresa Bell | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Laura Lovaas | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christine Lovaas Knuttila | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lance Wood | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$56.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$56.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
410
Total Giving
$11.1M
Average Grant
$27K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
130
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope International2023 INVESTING IN DREAMS MATCH PLEDGE | Lancaster, PA | $80K | 2023 |
| The Barnabas GroupGENERAL SUPPORT | Corona, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation IncGOD'S GIFT 1 | Alpharetta, GA | $500K | 2023 |
| Soul Shepherding IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Irvine, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Church Of The Nazarene Inc Coeur D AleneGENERAL SUPPORT | Coeur D Alene, ID | $75K | 2023 |
| Kalaheo Missionary ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Kalaheo, HI | $70K | 2023 |
| Miles Christi Religious OrderGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Semper Fi & Americas FundGENERAL SUPPORT | Oceanside, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| My Friends House Family And Children Services IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Franklin, TN | $50K | 2023 |
| Thomas More SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Operation First ResponseGENERAL SUPPORT | Culpeper, VA | $45K | 2023 |
| Life Teen IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Atlanta, GA | $33K | 2023 |
| Hayden Bible ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Hayden, ID | $30K | 2023 |
| Rainbow Omega IncFUNDS ARE TO BE USED ONLY FOR THE OPERATING BUDGET. | Eastaboga, AL | $30K | 2023 |
| Kauai Prison MinistryGENERAL SUPPORT | Lihue, HI | $25K | 2023 |
| MikaelGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Priority Living IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Tustin, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Cornerstone Marriage & Family Life MinistriesGENERAL SUPPORT | Conroe, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Waikiki Baptist ChurchWAIKIKI BAPTIST CHURCH SECURITY, BUILDINGS, AND GROUNDS PROJECTS. | Honolulu, HI | $20K | 2023 |
| Union Gospel Mission Association Of SpokaneSUPPORT THE WOMENS FAMILY CENTER & REHABILITATION IN COEUR D ALENE. | Spokane, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Agnus Dei FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Escondido, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Mt Carmel Catholic Parish In San Diego Ca Real Prop SGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Culture Of Life Family ServicesGENERAL SUPPORT | Escondido, CA | $14K | 2023 |
| Relevant Radio IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Lincolnshire, IL | $13K | 2023 |
| Enlighten Learning ResourceGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Help The Persecuted IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Atlanta, GA | $10K | 2023 |
| Real Life CatholicGENERAL SUPPORT | Greenwood Vlg, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Open Arms Pcc And Real Choices Clinic IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Hayden, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Catholic Secondary Education- Diocese Of San Diego IncorporatedTUITION ASSISTANCE | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Task ForceGENERAL SUPPORT | Franklin, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| The Elizabeth Hospice IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Escondido, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Cataldo Lighthouse Ministries Inc An Idaho CorporationFOOD BANK/KITCHEN MINISTRY | Coeur D Alene, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Bear Valley Community ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Big Bear Lake, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Pro-Life Pregancy Counseling & Educational League Of San DiegoGENERAL SUPPORT | Poway, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Genesis Preparatory AcademyGENERAL SUPPORT | Post Falls, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Juvenile Justice Outreach IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Post Falls, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| On Site For Seniors IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Hayden, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Build A MiracleGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
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