A Gary Anderson Family Foundation a Nevada Nonprofit Corporation
Historical FunderLas Vegas, Nevada · EIN 27-1878882 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.5M
Organizations funded37
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$41.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | A GARY ANDERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 121 E WARM SPRINGS ROAD, LAS VEGAS NV 89119 |
| Phone | 7252240300 |
| Form and materials | OBTAIN APPLICATION FROM ABOVE ADDRESS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GENERALLY, DISCRETIONARY GRANTS ARE MADE IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, HUMAN SERVICES, AND ARTS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
72% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Crest | Las Vegas, NV | To preventing child abuse by strengthening, equipping, and restoring children and families in crisis one life at a time. | $500,000 |
| Innocence Rescue Mission Inc | Rathdrum, ID | Protect and preserve the innocence of children in the united states | $250,000 |
| Olive Crest | Las Vegas, NV | To preventing child abuse by strengthening, equipping, and restoring children and families in crisis one life at a time. | $200,000 |
| Power2parent | Las Vegas, NV | To empower every parent with the tools and support to confidently guide their child's care and education | $160,000 |
| Horses 4 Heroes Inc | North Las Vegas, NV | Provide support for wellness and resilience programs for veterans and active military | $50,000 |
| Tara's Chance | Fullerton, CA | Promoting the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of those with special needs through equine assisted activites | $50,000 |
| Action in Africa in | Aspen, CO | Provides community development while increasing the accessibility, affordability and quality of education in uganda. | $25,000 |
| Candlelighters for Childhood Cancer | Las Vegas, NV | Provides assistance for children and their families affected by childhood cancer. | $25,000 |
| Forever Footprints (Orange County Walk to Remember) | Orange, CA | An annual event for parents, siblings, loved ones, and friends to walk in remembrance of their children and to celebrate their lives | $25,000 |
| Freedom Writers Foundation | Long Beach, CA | Inspire young, underprivileged students to succeed | $25,000 |
| Successful Survivors Foundation Inc | Newport Beach, CA | Help survivors of trama | $25,000 |
| The Literacy Project Foundation | Newport Beach, CA | Addressing illiteracy at its earliest stage by teaching at-risk second-graders how to read | $20,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southern California Inc | Los Angeles, CA | Preparing young people for future economic success | $15,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Las Vegas, NV | Provide a supportive home away from home for families and children who are receiving inpatient or outpatient medical treatment | $15,000 |
| The Just One Project | Las Vegas, NV | Inpiring people to get involved and give back to their community | $15,000 |
| Childrens Fund Incorporated | San Bernadino, CA | To help at-risk children improve their health & welfare. | $10,000 |
| Friends of Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy | Norco, CA | Providing therapies for children with disabilities | $10,000 |
| Get Safe | Tustin, CA | Safety training for communities and organizations | $10,000 |
| Golden Retriever Rescue Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Animal rescue | $10,000 |
| Grant a Gift Autism Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Provide support services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder | $10,000 |
| Jdrf International | Phoenix, AZ | Finding a cure for type 1 diabetes | $10,000 |
| Laura's House | Aliso Viejo, CA | To offer shelter legal and counseling services to end the cycle of domestic violence | $10,000 |
| Once Upon a Room Inc | LA Canada Flintridge, CA | Enhancing the hospital experience for children | $10,000 |
| Red Bucket Equine Rescue | Chino Hills, CA | To save and rehabilitate hourses | $10,000 |
| Three Square | Las Vegas, NV | Food bank and southern nevada's largest hunger-relief organization | $10,000 |
| Camp Kesem | Covina, CA | To support children through and beyond a parent's cancer with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community. | $5,000 |
| Freedom Alliance | Winchester, VA | Honoring and supporting america's wounded service members, combat veterans and military families | $5,000 |
| Fundamental Health | Encinitas, CA | To help individuals in need access the mentalhealthcare | $5,000 |
| Institute for Shipboard Education | Dallas, TX | Administers the semester at sea study abroad program in conjunction with colorado state university | $5,000 |
| Laurel House Inc | Tustin, CA | Providing housing and support for at-risk teens | $5,000 |
| Our Rescue | Salt Lake City, UT | Fighting against sex trafficking and sexual exploitation around the globe | $5,000 |
| Tonys Treehouse | Laguna Beach, CA | Continuing the compassionate spirit of tony martinez by uniting family, friends and community who are dedicated to improving the quality of… | $5,000 |
| Angelman Syndrome Foundation | Aurora, IL | To advance the awareness and treatment of angelman syndrome through education and information, research, and support for individuals with… | $2,500 |
| Shatterproof | Norwalk, CT | Reversing the addiction crisis in the US | $2,500 |
| Covenant House California | Hollywood, CA | Provides sanctuary and support for youth experiencing homelessness | $1,000 |
| Frost Fund Inc | Yorba Linda Ave, CA | Providing hope and resources to animals and the people protecting them | $1,000 |
| Go2 for Lung Cancer | Washington, DC | Support for patients, survivors and caregivers | $1,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Crest | Las Vegas, NV | Human services | $2,000,000 |
| Action in Africa Inc | Aspen, CO | Human services | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,543,000 | 39 |
| 2023 | $1,581,200 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349103970
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1878882
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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