Private foundation · EIN 73-1419663 · Eufaula, Oklahoma

The Gelvin Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 76 grants paid, $431K total, median $5,000. 100% of grants stayed in Oklahoma.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
76
$431K
Median grant
$5,000
Stays in OK
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$9.2M

Grants paid in 2024

Top 60 of 76 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Parent Child Center of Tulsa IncTulsa, OK12 laptops, 100 bp monitors$15K
501 TechnetTulsa, OKEquipment$10K
Bridges FoundationTulsa, OKHvac unit$10K
Child Abuse NetworkTulsa, OKOutdoor equipment$10K
Community Food Bank of Eastern OklahomaTulsa, OKBeds for kids program - approx. 25 mattress sets$10K
Emergency Infant Services IncTulsa, OKTherapy supplies$10K
McIntosh County Youth & Family CenterTulsa, OKConference room furniture, carpet, remodel$10K
Tulsa Air and Space Museum IncTulsa, OKFurniture & tech equip., counseling/waiting areas$10K
Tulsa Area United WayTulsa, OKFoster family resource center supplies/equipment$10K
Tulsa Historical SocietyTulsa, OKWorld in a box day$10K
Tulsa Zoo Management IncTulsa, OKCopy machine$10K
Stand in the GapTulsa, OKFacility maintenance and repairs$8,000
Amplify IncTulsa, OKTechnology and printing costs$7,500
The Center for Individuals With Physical ChallengesTulsa, OKComputer equipment$7,500
Good Samaritan Health ServicesTulsa, OKEquipment and facility maintenance$7,500
Honor Bunker IncTulsa, OKCourtesy care program expenses$7,500
Hospice of Green CountryTulsa, OKCooking supplies$7,500
Meals on Wheels of Metro Tulsa IncTulsa, OKSupplies & equipment - home safety program$7,500
Mental Health Association in Tulsa IncTulsa, OKWalker hall facility expenses and supplies$7,500
Oklahoma Caring Foundation IncTulsa, OKSupplies - caring van program - tulsa area vans$7,500
Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Inc Dba Tulsa Botanic GardenTulsa, OKCmputers and membership$7,500
Pets Helping PeopleTulsa, OK7 professional grooming kits$7,500
River Parks FoundationTulsa, OKFreedomfest expenses$7,500
Tulsa Advocates Ft Protof ChildrenTulsa, OKProgram expenses$7,000
Right Path Riding Academy IncTulsa, OKRubber flooring mats, fencing, dirtwork, chinking$6,600
1st Step Male Diversion ProgramTulsa, OKSocial development packages and supplies$6,500
Tulsa Opera IncTulsa, OKExhibits and membership$6,500
Global Gardens IncorporatedTulsa, OKNew womens health center expenses$6,000
Rogers County Youth Services IncClaremore, OKSupplies$6,000
Clarehouse IncTulsa, OKFood for kids program expenses$5,500
Tulsa Ballet Theater IncTulsa, OKMuseum accreditation improvements$5,500
Tulsa Children's MuseumTulsa, OKMembership and program expenses$5,500
Cap of Tulsa CountyTulsa, OKParts & supplies$5,200
American Red CrossTulsa, OK1 new community emergency vehicle$5,000
Car Care Clinic IncTulsa, OKProgram expenses$5,000
Domestic Violence Intervention Services(dvis) IncTulsa, OKTransportation fees and stem equipment$5,000
Helping Hand MinistryTulsa, OKConference room updates, computer & booth$5,000
Joy in the Cause CompanyTulsa, OKBathroom renovations$5,000
Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & ClinicTulsa, OKTablets, software licenses - "mightier" therapy$5,000
Project Orphans Inc Dba Tulsa Girls' HomeTulsa, OKFurnishings for transitional townshome$5,000
Resonance Center for Women IncTulsa, OKEquipment$5,000
Salvation ArmyTulsa, OKMulti media equipment$5,000
The Little Light House IncTulsa, OKEmergency disaster relief (claremore tornado)$5,000
The Spring Shelter IncSand Springs, OKEquipment and supplies$5,000
Tristesse Grief Center IncTulsa, OKMayfest sponsorship$5,000
Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless IncTulsa, OKTents and mobile peripherals$5,000
Tulsa Habitat for HumanityTulsa, OKRapid rehousing program expenses$5,000
Tulsa Lawyers for Children IncTulsa, OKAudiovisual equipment$5,000
University of Oklahoma Foundation IncTulsa, OKEducation & community programming$5,000
University of TulsaTulsa, OKExhibit costs$5,000
Vizavance IncOklahoma City, OKSpot screening camera$5,000
Hearts for Hearing FoundationTulsa, OKClient assistance expenses$4,500
Junior League of TulsaTulsa, OK3 year copier lease and supplies$4,500
Family Hope HouseTulsa, OKPartners in education program expenses$4,000
A New Leaf IncTulsa, OKCarbon fiber fire resistant blankets$3,500
Blessings InternationalTulsa, OKMedical supplies$3,500
Chamber Music Tulsa IncTulsa, OKSecurity cameras, system upgrade expenses$3,500
Joy to the World IncTulsa, OKVarious capital items$3,500
Legal Aid Services of OklahomaTulsa, OKObi feeding robot$3,500
Safenet ServicesClaremore, OKCourt advocacy program expenses$3,500

About this foundation

The Gelvin Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Eufaula, Oklahoma, administered in care of Lyle M Gelvin, tax-exempt since 1994. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does The Gelvin Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does The Gelvin Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $431K across 76 grants, a median of $5,000.

Where does The Gelvin Foundation give?

Oklahoma (76 grants), per its latest filing.

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