The Gift Foundation
Historical FunderInglewood, California · EIN 33-0933712 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $40,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARLEEN DARRAS |
|---|---|
| Address | 204 LOCHA DR, JUPITER FL 33458 |
| Phone | 9494819996 |
| Form and materials | THE PRIMARY ACTIVITY OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO MAKE GRANTS TO EXISTING CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS, OR TO PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS BASED ON NEED. NO FORMAL PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED FOR GRANT MAKING TO DATE. |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC SUBMISSION DEADLINE SET AT THIS TIME |
| Restrictions | NO RESTRICTIONS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children Advocacy Center | Covina, CA | General | $40,000 |
| Sentinel Foundation | Chagrin Falls, OH | General | $25,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($15,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $52,500 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610859349100916
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0933712
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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