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The Give Back Foundation is a non-profit, tax exempt, 501(c)(3) corporation operating in the region consisting of the New Jersey Counties of Monmouth, Ocean, Burlington, Mercer and Middlesex to help people in need with life altering circumstances. 

When was the Foundation organized?

The Foundation was officially organized with the formal adoption of its By-Laws on September 21, 2005.

Has the Foundation received Tax Exempt Status?

Yes - We are a 501(c) (3) tax exempt corporation under the Department of Treasury - Internal Revenue Service.

How does the foundation get money?

All the money received by the Foundation will be through Grants, Philanthropic endowments, proceeds from special events and direct donations.

How much money is spent on Administrative Costs?

There are no dollars spent on salaries, time reimbursements, etc.  A small amount may be spent on postage and direct out-of-pocket development costs.  Almost 100% of the money will be given back to the recipients in need.

How does a recipient apply for aid?

All applicants are required to fill out a Criteria Fact Sheet answering specific questions regarding their needs.  The Foundation staff will evaluate all the requests and based upon available dollars, award as many applicants as financially possible.

How can you help the Foundation?

As a new Foundation in its infancy, we certainly could use your help on any of the new working committees which are in need of volunteers.  If you would like to participate, please write Ivan Olinsky, Executive Director, P.O. Box 535, Allentown, NJ  08501, call (609) 259-4961 or email idolinsky@thegivebackfoundation.com.

If my time is limited, can I make a donation?

YES...Donations can be forwarded at any time to Ivan Olinsky, Executive Director, P.O. Box 535, Allentown, NJ  08501.  Please make checks payable to "The Give Back Foundation, Inc."

I am a business in the community - How can I help?

We know you are constantly being inundated with requests.  However, our recipients are your customers and all our dollars remain locally.  If you would like to donate to some of our events or place an advertisement in our program journal for our Annual Gala, please contact Ivan Olinsky, Executive Director, P.O. Box 535, Allentown, NJ  08501.

What is the best way I can help?

People helping People - We need your help to grow.  As the Foundation grows so will our capacity to reach out in the community and help the many in need.  Many of us are very fortunate and comfortable and if we could take just a little time to help others - our community will greatly benefit from all our efforts.