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Private foundation · EIN 88-0378074

Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance

Las Vegas, NV

Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance is a private foundation based in Las Vegas, NV. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $12K in grants and contributions paid across 2 grants, with $10.4M in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to Association Maison Chance.

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Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2025

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Association Maison ChanceHoChiMinh CityMaison Chance house treat and educate handicapped abandoned street children to nurture them to be independent citizens.$10,000

The 1 largest of 2 grants listed on the return. 1 grants to individuals ($2K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Quick answers

Does Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance accept grant applications?

According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.

How much does Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance give each year?

For tax year 2025, it reported $12,000 in grants and contributions paid (2 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Association Maison Chance, $10K.