GoFundMe.org is a 501(c)(3) public nonprofit organization headquartered in West Hollywood, California. Established in 2016 and launched in 2017, the organization operates as an independent philanthropic entity affiliated with the for-profit digital crowdfunding platform GoFundMe. The organization specializes in rapid-response philanthropy, delivering immediate and direct financial assistance to individuals and communities in crisis.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$11.3M
+18.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.7M
-77.3% YoY
Grant Count
65
-71.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$42K
-21.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
GoFundMe.org's mission is to quickly and directly support individuals and communities affected by natural and man-made disasters, while also funding educational and other charitable initiatives.
Primary program areas include:
- Disaster Relief: Fast relief for disaster victims, including response to hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters
- Humanitarian Support: International humanitarian initiatives, including Ukraine support and refugee resettlement programs
- Community Support: Programs supporting marginalized communities, including Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities
- Essential Needs: Helping individuals reach their most essential needs
- Education: Education support for teachers and educational programs for girls abroad
- Weather Resilience: Programs addressing weather-related challenges
Grantmaking
GoFundMe.org operates through a unique model of rapid-response grantmaking with the following characteristics:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
GoFundMe.org primarily funds within the United States, with particular activity in California, Hawaii, and Iowa. The organization also supports international humanitarian initiatives.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Revenue: $13,647,277
- Total Expenses: $11,981,653
- Total Assets: $11,263,731
- Total Giving: $11,117,948
Fiscal Year 2023:
- Total Revenue: $5,083,632
- Total Expenses: $13,920,144
- Total Assets: $9,528,067
Program Efficiency:
- Program expense ratio: 97.92%
- Charity Navigator Rating: 87% (Three-Star rating)
- Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) since August 2016
Donor-Advised Fund: According to its June 2023 tax filing, GoFundMe.org operated a donor-advised fund through which donors could direct the distribution or investment of funds.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $11,263,731 | $9,528,067 | $16,501,631 |
| Revenue | $13,647,277 | $5,083,632 | $65,454,384 |
| Expenses | $11,981,653 | $13,920,144 | $57,740,670 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $426,040 | $-1,333,332 | $-36,705 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Propel Inc ($500,000), Global Empowerment Mission ($110,000), Noah's Arc Foundation ($95,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A NEW WAY OF LIFE LOS ANGELES, CA | PWF | $20,481 |
| ACTIVE MINDS WASHINGTON, DC | MENTAL HEALTH CAUSE | $10,601 |
| AIRBNBORG SAN FRANCISCO, CA | STAND WITH UKRAINE | $38,460 |
| ALIGHT MINNEAPOLIS, MN | WELCOME ALL | $75,000 |
| AMA OLUKAI FOUNDATION HONOLULU, HI | WILDFIRES 2023 | $25,000 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN RESOURCE CENTER TAHLEQUAH, OK | BARBIE DREAM GAP | $25,000 |
| AMES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AMES, IA | RAGBRAI 2023 | $11,352 |
| AMES CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU INC OR DISCOVER AMES AMES, IA | RAGBRAI 2023 | $11,352 |
| ASIAN SISTERS PARTICIPATING IN REACHING INC STOUGHTON, MA | BARBIE DREAM GAP | $12,500 |
| BRAVE TRAILS LOS ANGELES, CA | PATTIEGONIA 2023 | $55,103 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Yoshiko Inoue - CEO/President
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIM WILFORD | BOARD CHAIR | 1 | — |
| VIVIAN GUZMAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TOM REEDY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ROB SOLOMON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MIA MOSHER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| AMANDA B LIERMAN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 12 | — |
| BATYR JORAYEV | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| IRINA KRIFUKS | CONTROLLER | 34 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
GoFundMe.org has been active in several major relief and support initiatives:
**Maui Wildfire Response**: Created campaigns for Maui wildfire relief
**Domestic Hurricane Response**: Supported hurricane relief efforts
**Ukraine Humanitarian Support**: Maintained ongoing humanitarian support campaigns
**Refugee Support**: Programs welcoming and supporting refugees
**Education Partnerships**: Collaborated on education programs for girls abroad with the Obama Foundation
**Disaster Collaboration**: Partnered with the Richard King Mellon Foundation on Texas flood relief
Richard King Mellon Foundation and GoFundMe.org Collaborate on Texas Flood**Women-Owned Business Support**: Collaborated with Paris Hilton on the Back in Business Recovery Fund for women-owned small businesses after disasters
Paris Hilton just announced a national grant fund for women-owned ...**Scholarship Programs**: Awarded college scholarships
GoFundMe to Award $100,000 in College ScholarshipsSince inception, GoFundMe.org has raised over $185 million across 235+ funds and delivered 50,000+ grants to individuals and organizations.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gofundmeorg fund?
GoFundMe.org's mission is to quickly and directly support individuals and communities affected by natural and man-made disasters, while also funding educational and other charitable initiatives. Primary program areas include: • **Disaster Relief**: Fast relief for disaster victims, including response to hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters • **Humanitarian Support**: International humanitarian initiatives, including Ukraine support and refugee resettlement programs • **Community S…
How do I apply for a grant from Gofundmeorg?
GoFundMe.org operates through a unique model of rapid-response grantmaking with the following characteristics: **Grant Distribution:** • Delivers unrestricted cash grants, often within 24 hours • Distributes grants to both charitable organizations and individuals/families in the charitable class • In fiscal year 2024, distributed over $11.1 million in total giving • In fiscal year 2025, distributed 11,000+ cash grants to individuals facing crisis situations **Grant Amounts:** • Typical awards r…
Where does Gofundmeorg make grants?
GoFundMe.org primarily funds within the United States, with particular activity in California, Hawaii, and Iowa. The organization also supports international humanitarian initiatives.
What size grants does Gofundmeorg award?
In 2024, Gofundmeorg awarded 65 grants totaling $2.7M — an average of about $42K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Gofundmeorg's EIN?
Gofundmeorg's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2279757. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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