Give to Life Foundation
Give to Life Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. The organization operates under the mission of helping young adults with cancer through financial assistance, research funding, and support programs. The foundation is volunteer-driven and focuses on providing direct aid to cancer patients and advancing cancer research.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$72K
-91.3% YoY
Grant Count
25
+19.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$3K
-92.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary mission is to assist young adults with cancer between the ages of 18 and 30. Key program areas include:
- Financial Assistance: Direct financial support to eligible young adult cancer patients
- Research: Funding for research studies aimed at developing better cancer treatments and working toward a cure
- Blood and Marrow Support: Programs related to blood and marrow donation and transplantation
The foundation's work is characterized by a volunteer-driven model and focuses on both immediate patient support and long-term research advancement.
Grantmaking
Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2024), the foundation reported total giving of $71,616. Historical grant awards have ranged from $40 to $771,532.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grantmaking activities focus primarily on Texas, Florida, and Washington.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total Assets: $0
- Total Giving: $71,616
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
118 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER SMITH | PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| MARK A SMITH | SECRETARY/TREASURER, DIREC | 1 | — |
| LINDA OSBORNE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation maintains active engagement with its community and beneficiaries:
CoFo Awarded $1.5 Million GIFT IX Community Support Grant | Community FoundationThe 2026 L.I.F.E. Survivor Grant Application opened on the first day of spring
2023 Survivor Grant Recipient: Tanner HoltIn May 2025, students at Hortonville Elementary School fundraised for the foundation, presenting a check for $5,000
The foundation has recognized multiple survivor grant recipients in recent years, including 2025 and 2024 awardees
2023 Survivor Grant Recipient: Tanner HoltSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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