How to apply
Single wrkng mother w/DEP US CIT ACAD work & life exp 2 REF FINANC needs Contact: John Thorton, 8008 N Invergor, Paradise Valley, Az, 6027170730, info@barbsblessings.org Deadlines: 60 days prior to semester beginning Restrictions: Must be a single wrkng mother w/DEP children no award greater than 10,000
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
About this foundation
Barbs Blessings is a private grantmaking foundation in Payson, Arizona, administered in care of Marguerite Turlukis, tax-exempt since 2025. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Barbs Blessings 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 Barbs Blessings give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $23K across 7 grants, a median of $3,525.
Where does Barbs Blessings give?
Arizona (7 grants), per its latest filing.
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