Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$112,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 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 | $90,000 | 4 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 2 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $112,000 | 5 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain 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 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $75,000 |
| California | 4 | $37,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charitable Gift Fund | General Support | $75,000 |
| The 1440 Foundation | General Support | $20,000 |
| Korean American Community Foundatio | General Support | $10,000 |
| The Athenian School | General Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benno Dorer
- Blaire Dorer
Questions people ask
Does Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain Foundation give?
$112,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Blaire and Benno Dorer Foundation fka Second Mountain Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Benno Dorer (President) and Blaire Dorer (Secrtry/Treas).