Circle of Friends Inc
Circle of Friends, inc., a nonprofit organization, is dedicated to helping cancer patients and their families in times of need. Through its affiliation with the harrington cancer and health foundation, Circle of Friends, inc. Develops and implements fund raising activities primarily to provide financial assistance and patient care and support programs for those affected by cancer. Circle of Friends, inc. Works with the harrington cancer foundation to provide cancer educational opportunities for people throughout the region.
Circle of Friends Inc at a glance
In short: Circle of Friends Inc gave $384K across 3 grants in 2020 (avg $128K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $383,638
- Grants made (2020)
- 3
- Average grant
- $127,879
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2020; updated September 2026.
Who Circle of Friends Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Harrington Cancer and Health Founda ($367K). Together the top 3 received $384K.
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 3 grants totaling $384K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harrington Cancer and Health Founda Amarillo, TX | Continue COF Mission | $366,738 |
| Camp Alphie Amarillo, TX | Cancer Kids Camp | $10,000 |
| Texas Tech University Health Science Center Amarillo, TX | Pediatric Care | $6,900 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $12,687 | $510,899 | $383,638 | 3 | $4,766 |
About Circle of Friends Inc
Based on IRS filings
Circle of Friends Inc is a public charity, based in Amarillo, TX. IRS filing data is available for 2020. In 2020, it awarded 3 grants totaling $384K. Net investment income was $5K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Circle of Friends Inc is led by Liz Haning, V-President on the 2020 filing; none of the 13 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Liz Haning
V-President
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nita Riemer
President
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Audrey Gibson
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charlotte Hefley
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debi Swafford
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Holly McLain
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Brown
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kim Lindley
Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marilee Bulls
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melodee Rogers
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Renae Smith
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shaynna Goldston
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tonja Stowers
Board Member
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Circle of Friends Inc
How much does Circle of Friends Inc give each year?
Circle of Friends Inc gave $384K across 3 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990.
What is Circle of Friends Inc's typical grant size?
Circle of Friends Inc's median grant in 2020 was $10,000, and its average grant was $127,879, across 3 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990.
Where does Circle of Friends Inc give grants?
Circle of Friends Inc gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Amarillo, TX (3 grants).
Does Circle of Friends Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on Circle of Friends Inc's 2020 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
What is Circle of Friends Inc's EIN?
Circle of Friends Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-1890379. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS June 10, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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