Alafi Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Alafi Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,778 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,089 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$84,778
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,089
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $69,000 | 10 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $84,778 | 14 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Chris D Alafi 220 Jackson Street Floor 2, San Francisco, CA 94111 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (415) 362-5990 |
| What to submit | An application should be submitted in letter format explaining the organization's background, purpose of solicitation, budget, and any other information to assist in making a decision. |
What Alafi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $74,578 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Women's Daytime Drop-In Center | Empowering homeless women and children for a brighter future. | $25,000 |
| Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation | Scraf is a sanctuary for rescued horses and are trained until they are ready to be re-homed. | $10,400 |
| Hamilton Families | Providing shelter and transitional housing to those experiencing homelessness. | $10,000 |
| Schools of Sacred Heart | Providing a faith-filled education. | $10,000 |
| American Friends of the Ocean | Supporting initiatives to rid the oceans and waterways of plastic. | $10,000 |
| Women's Alliance for Knowledge Exchange | Wake is dedicated to empowering women and girls through technology, education, and collaboration. | $5,000 |
| Welcome Home | Supporting families with essential home goods. | $2,118 |
| Marin Agriculture Land Trust | Protect marin's agricultural land for agricultural use and to keep the environment healthy and diverse. | $2,060 |
| Marin Primary and Middle School | Inspire joyful learning, honor each child, and build connections to empower all students to make a difference. Help kids know themselves and push through boundaries in school and in life. | $2,000 |
| Ignite | Igniting young advocates to become the next generation of political leaders. | $2,000 |
| Marin Open Space Trust | Preserving marin county's unprotected open space lands. | $2,000 |
| The Scandinavian School of San Francisco | Bringing nordic languages and culture to the san francisco bay area. | $2,000 |
| North Bridge Academy | Educating dyslexic students the way they learn best. | $2,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | To cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients through research and support services. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris D Alafi
- Birgette H Christensen
- Shireen Alafi
Questions people ask
Does Alafi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Alafi Family Foundation give?
$84,778 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,089.
Who runs Alafi Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chris D Alafi (President/ Ceo), Birgette H Christensen (Vice President) and Shireen Alafi (Secretary).
What does Alafi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, youth programs and education.