Capek Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Capek Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $521,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$521,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees81%
Giving in 2025 was up from $206,000 the year before.
81% 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 | $141,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $206,000 | 7 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $521,000 | 28 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
Capek Family Foundation Inc 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.
What Capek Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $271,000 |
| California | 6 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 5 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Scholarship programs | $120,000 |
| Find Your Light Foundation | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Suny Oneonta Foundation | Scholarship award | $35,000 |
| United Way of the Southern Tier | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Michigan Humane Society | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Walter Hoving Homes | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Mohawk Valley Future Farmers of Am | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Grace Christian Church Pantry | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest of Metro Detroit | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| American Christian School | Scholarship program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Child Advocates of Silicon Valley | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Career Services | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Silicon Valley | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Association of Musical Parents | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Caringworks | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Covenant House | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Saunders Finger Lakes Museum | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlanta | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Country Womens Club of Campbell | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship award | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Capek
- Carla A Vandermate-Capek
- Thomas G Capek
Questions people ask
Does Capek Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Capek Family Foundation Inc give?
$521,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Capek Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Capek (President), Carla A Vandermate-Capek (Trustee/Dire) and Thomas G Capek (Trustee/Dire).
What does Capek Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and animals.