Global GLOW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Santa Ana, California. Founded in 2012, the organization operates as both a direct service provider and a private foundation. The organization mentors girls around the world to become powerful advocates and confident leaders through its signature GLOW Club program, which operates in more than 30 countries.
Key facts about Global GLOW
- EIN
- 45-2738854
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,525,120
- Grants made (2024)
- 57
- Average grant
- $26,756
- Median grant
- $18,050
- New grantees (estimate)
- 25% first-time grantees (14 of 57, 2024)
- Primary geography
- California (10% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
Who Global GLOW funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Global GLOW's 57 itemized 2024 grants were California (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Santa Ana, CA (5 grants). None of its 57 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Mentoring program for underserved youth." (57 grants).
Is Global GLOW open to new grantees?
25%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 57 grantees (25%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $14K; repeat grants $31K. How we count
Medians: $15K first-time, $19K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.5M
-40.0% YoY
Grant Count
57
-1.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$27K
-39.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Global GLOW's stated purpose is to educate disadvantaged girls to improve their life skills to succeed in school, in a career and as a person, and to provide relief to the poor and distressed. The organization aims to transform the lives of strong girls from vulnerable communities around the world by empowering them to realize their full potential.
Program Focus: The organization's primary program is GLOW Club, a mentor-facilitated initiative that creates safe, supportive spaces for girls ages 10-15 from underserved communities. The program combines literature and the arts to help young girls foster self-confidence during critical developmental periods. Mentors—primarily university women—meet regularly with girls in small groups or one-to-one to share personal stories of their educational aspirations.
Beyond direct mentorship, Global GLOW supports specialty summits, sponsors girl-led community advocacy projects, and engages in United Nations advocacy work. Girls in the program have advocated against period poverty and stigma, gender stereotypes, and child marriage within their families, among local leaders, and at international policymaking forums.
Grantmaking
Global GLOW functions as a private foundation with grantmaking activities focused on Education, Human Services, and Community Improvement & Capacity Building.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Global GLOW operates GLOW Clubs in more than 30 countries. Grantmaking activities primarily focus on California, Pennsylvania, and New York, though the organization's direct programming extends globally to countries including Uganda, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Peru, Nigeria, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and Mozambique.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 57 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Summary:
- Total revenues: $3,012,495
- Total expenses: $3,212,555
- Total assets: $916,048
- Total giving: $1,525,120
The organization operates with 36 employees as of the most recent reporting period.
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| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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
280 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Child Welfare Society ($136,198), Newi ($129,787), Ceinode ($88,145).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Child Welfare Society | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $136,198 |
| Newi | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $129,787 |
| Ceinode | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $88,145 |
| Hafai | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $81,095 |
| Ready for Reading | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $73,444 |
| Ng'aa Maskani | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $62,079 |
| Nigeria Reads | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $58,894 |
| Fead- Ghana Formerly the League | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $54,502 |
| World Economy Skills Agro Dev | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $51,840 |
| Nice Santa Ana, CA | Mentoring program for underserved youth. | $50,957 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Executive Board Chair/Founder: Kylie Schuyler
- Executive Director: Crystal Sprague
- Chief Storyteller: Samantha Mendoza
- Board Member: Hilary Wendel
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Sprague | Executive Dir. | 40 | $161,262 |
| Kylie Schuyler | Chairman | 4 | — |
| Amy Collins | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Victoria Mendoza | Director | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Primary Address: 1202 N Broadway Santa Ana, CA 92701-3412
Mailing Address: 2321 E 4th St Ste C PMB 616 Santa Ana, CA 92705-3862
Phone: 949-306-3450 / 714-617-4853
Website: globalgirlsglow.org
Email: info@globalgirlsglow.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Global GLOW fund?
**Mission:** Global GLOW's stated purpose is to educate disadvantaged girls to improve their life skills to succeed in school, in a career and as a person, and to provide relief to the poor and distressed. The organization aims to transform the lives of strong girls from vulnerable communities around the world by empowering them to realize their full potential. **Program Focus:** The organization's primary program is GLOW Club, a mentor-facilitated initiative that creates safe, supportive space…
How do I apply for a grant from Global GLOW?
Global GLOW functions as a private foundation with grantmaking activities focused on Education, Human Services, and Community Improvement & Capacity Building. **Financial Capacity:** • Total assets: $916,048 (2024) • Total giving: $1,525,120 (2024) • Typical award range: $2–$260,221 **Focus Areas:** Grantmaking priorities include COVID-19 disaster preparedness and relief, after-school programs, and mentoring/tutoring programs.
Where does Global GLOW make grants?
Global GLOW operates GLOW Clubs in more than 30 countries. Grantmaking activities primarily focus on California, Pennsylvania, and New York, though the organization's direct programming extends globally to countries including Uganda, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Peru, Nigeria, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and Mozambique.
What size grants does Global GLOW award?
In 2024, Global GLOW awarded 57 grants totaling $1.5M — an average of about $27K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Global GLOW's EIN?
Global GLOW's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-2738854. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.