Apples & Oranges Fund
Preselected recipients only
Apples & Oranges Fund is a private foundation in Carmel, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$402,475
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $25,000 | 1 | $331,634 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 | $390,208 |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 2 | $402,475 |
How to apply
Apples & Oranges Fund 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 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $100,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting | General donations | $100,000 |
| Association of Alternative Newsmedia | General donations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley Zeve
- Maeve Nancy King
Questions people ask
Does Apples & Oranges Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Apples & Oranges Fund give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs Apples & Oranges Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley Zeve (President) and Maeve Nancy King (Secretary).