10X Better Foundation
Preselected recipients only
10X Better Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.6 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $750,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.6 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$750,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $135,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,000 | 3 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $5.6 million | 8 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
10X Better Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $3.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Oregon | 1 | $500,000 |
| New York | 1 | $140,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Open Philanthropy Advisors Inc (Leaf) | General public support | $1.0 million |
| Climateworks Foundation | General public support | $1.0 million |
| Refed Inc | General public support | $1.0 million |
| Rainforest Action Network | General public support | $1.0 million |
| World Wildlife Fund | General public support | $500,000 |
| Health in Harmony Program | General public support | $500,000 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | General public support | $500,000 |
| The Tony Xu and Patti Bao Family Donor Advisor Fund | General public support | $140,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tony Xu
- Patricia Bao
Questions people ask
Does 10X Better Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 10X Better Foundation give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $750,000.
Who runs 10X Better Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tony Xu (Co-Chairperson, President, Secretary) and Patricia Bao (Co-Chairperson, Treasurer).