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Also known as: C/O CORNERSTONE FAMILY OFFICE
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Lift A Life Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in MAYFIELD HTS, OH. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Cornerstone Family Office. It holds total assets of $64.3M. Annual income is reported at $11.9M. Total assets have grown from $27.2M in 2011 to $70.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 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 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Kentucky. According to available records, Lift A Life Foundation Inc. has made 143 grants totaling $29.1M, with a median grant of $41K. Annual giving has grown from $7.2M in 2020 to $21.9M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $4M, with an average award of $204K. The foundation has supported 77 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Kentucky, Missouri, Virginia, which account for 73% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$35K
Average Grant
$89K
Largest Grant
$1.2M
Based on 50 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.
Lift A Life Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 143 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in KY, MO, VA.
Lift A Life Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $29.1M across 143 grants. The median grant size is $41K, with an average of $204K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $4M.
Lift A Life Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lift A Life Foundation Inc. is headquartered in MAYFIELD HTS, OH. While based in OH, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Novak Butler | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jonathan A Butler | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David C Novak | DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$7M
Total Assets
$70.2M
Fair Market Value
$86.7M
Net Worth
$70.2M
Grants Paid
$6.1M
Contributions
$10.3M
Net Investment Income
$14.5M
Distribution Amount
$3.5M
Total: $58M
Total Grants
143
Total Giving
$29.1M
Average Grant
$204K
Median Grant
$41K
Unique Recipients
77
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of MissouriLEADERSHIP | Columbia, MO | $4M | 2022 |
| Norton Children'S HospitalJUVENILE DIABETES (JD) | Louisville, KY | $3M | 2022 |
| Foundation For Impact On Literacy And LearningLEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (LD) | Broadlands, VA | $883K | 2022 |
| Metro United WayEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | Louisville, KY | $500K | 2022 |
| Dare To Care Food BankHUNGER | Louisville, KY | $350K | 2022 |
| National Christian FoundationRELIGIOUS | Lexington, KY | $250K | 2022 |
| Community Coordinated Child CareEARLY CHILD | Louisville, KY | $205K | 2022 |
| Global Game ChangersLEADERSHIP | Louisville, KY | $187K | 2022 |
| Community Foundation Of LouisvilleLEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT/JUVENILE DIABETES | Louisville, KY | $154K | 2022 |
| Camp HendonJUVENILE DIABETES (JD) | Louisville, KY | $100K | 2022 |
| Folds Of Honor FoundationMILITARY FAMILIES | Owasso, OK | $100K | 2022 |
| Proem MinistriesRESPONSIVE | Louisville, KY | $100K | 2022 |
| Fund For The ArtsLEADERSHIP/JUVENILE DIABETES | Louisville, KY | $100K | 2022 |
| Gilda'S Club LouisvilleGENERAL | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| MaryhurstGENERAL | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable FoundationGENERAL | North Palm Beach, FL | $50K | 2022 |
| Family And Children'S PlaceLEADERSHIP | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| Iron Bell MinistriesRELIGIOUS | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| Lifesong For OrphansGENERAL | Gridley, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| St Joseph Childrens HomeEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / GENERAL | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| Whitney StrongGENERAL | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| Neighborhood HouseEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / GENERAL | Louisville, KY | $50K | 2022 |
| MreliefHUNGER | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Ace ProjectLEADERSHIP | Westmont, IL | $49K | 2022 |
| Water With BlessingsGENERAL | Louisville, KY | $48K | 2022 |
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