Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation is a private foundation in Yountville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$115,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,000 | 2 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 4 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $115,000 | 3 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Massachusetts. It also paid $65,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Giant Sable Fund | Documentary production on saving the giant sable | $50,000 |
| Falklands Conservation | Invasive mammal eradication on new island | $40,000 |
| Sanccob | Continuation of the seabird ranger program | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia Levitan
- Amy Smith
- Francine-Ann du Plessis
Questions people ask
Does Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation give?
$115,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julia Levitan (President / Secretary), Amy Smith (Treasurer) and Francine-Ann du Plessis (Board Member).
What does Actif Animal Conservation Targeted Interventions Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.