Grants paid in 2024
Top 49 of 51 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Albert Whitted AirportSt Petersburg, FL | Preservation and enhancement of albert whitted airport | $10K |
| KpalKenai, AK | Animal rescue | $10K |
| Rosary High SchoolFullerton, CA | Education | $10K |
| Servite High SchoolAnaheim, CA | Education | $10K |
| St Jude Memorial FoundationFullerton, CA | Medical | $10K |
| The Good Samaritan CenterFredericksburg, TX | Church | $10K |
| Aopa FoundationFrederick, MD | Educate public aviation | $5,500 |
| Boys Girls Club of FredericksburgFredericksburg, TX | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Fredericksburg Isd Education FoundaFredericksburg, TX | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Friends of Fredericksburg Nature CeFredericksburg, TX | Preservation of texas hill country ecosystems | $5,000 |
| Hill Country Community Needs CounciFredericksburg, TX | Community | $5,000 |
| St Mary's SchoolAliso Viejo, CA | Education | $5,000 |
| The Grace Center of FredericksburgFrederick, TX | Domestic violence protection | $5,000 |
| Bridgeport Fish Enhancement FoundatBridgeport, CA | Sustainable fisheries | $4,000 |
| Grey BearsSanta Cruz, CA | Senior welfar | $4,000 |
| RaftSan Jose, CA | Education | $4,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa CSan Jose, CA | Assisting needy | $4,000 |
| The Health TrustSan Jose, CA | Educational assistance | $4,000 |
| Pennisula Spayneuter FundSoldotna, AK | Animal welfare | $3,000 |
| Able FlightChapel Hill, NC | Aviation | $2,500 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth RanchesLive Oak, FL | Youth development | $2,500 |
| Kids in DistressFort Lauderdale, FL | Rescue of at-risk children | $2,500 |
| St Francis High SchoolLA Canada Flintridge, CA | High school education | $2,500 |
| Aerospace Center for ExcellenceLakeland, FL | Aviation | $2,000 |
| Alaska Potbelly Pig RescueWasilla, AK | Animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Alaska Sealife CenterSeward, AK | Alaska's marine ecosystems support | $2,000 |
| Alaska Wildlife Conservation CenterGirdwood, AK | Animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Alaska ZooAnchorage, AK | Conservation of arctic, sub-arctic and like climate species through education, research and community enrichment. | $2,000 |
| Angel Flight WestSanta Monica, CA | Medical transportation for needy | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale CollegeHillsdale, MI | Education | $2,000 |
| Homer FoundationHomer, AK | Quality of life for citizens | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of PinellasClearwater, FL | Pet adoption and hospital | $2,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail AssociationSacramento, CA | Forest preservation | $2,000 |
| Safe Paws RescueSt Petersburg, FL | Animal rescue | $2,000 |
| St Juliana Falconieri ChurchFullerton, CA | Community | $2,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers FouStaten Island, NY | Firefighters | $2,000 |
| The National Police Dog FoundationCamarillo, CA | Purchase, training, and veterinary care of law enforcement k-9s | $2,000 |
| Dogs IncPalmetto, CA | Guide and service dogs | $1,500 |
| Precious Blood Catholic SchoolLos Angeles, CA | Education | $1,500 |
| Ak Cat and Dog RescueWasilla, AK | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| Butte County Sheriff's Search RescuChico, CA | Skilled search and technical rescue services | $1,000 |
| Cat Tree Barkery of Bridges Comm ReKenai, AK | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| Homer Animal FriendsHomer, AK | Pet supply | $1,000 |
| Loving Hearts 4 PawsHomer, AK | Animals | $1,000 |
| The Carrizo Plain ConservancySan Luis Obispo, CA | Nature conservancy | $1,000 |
| The Day Worker Center of Mountain VMountain View, CA | Community | $1,000 |
| The Thousand Smiles FoundationBonita, CA | Providing dental and surgical care for underprivileged children | $1,000 |
| Haven HouseLos Angeles, CA | Addiction treatment | $500 |
| Homer United Methodist ChurchHomer, AK | Community | $500 |
By state: California 21 · Texas 7 · Alaska 12 · Florida 6 · Maryland 1 · New York 2
About this foundation
Helms Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Irvine, California, tax-exempt since 1947. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Helms Foundation Inc 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 Helms Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $176K across 51 grants, a median of $2,000.
Where does Helms Foundation Inc give?
California (21 grants), Texas (7 grants), Alaska (12 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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