Chipotle Cultivate Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chipotle Cultivate Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $405,689 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $189,935. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$405,689
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$189,935
- Assets$800,903
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,000 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $75,000 | 5 | $957,647 |
| 2024 | $405,689 | 7 | $800,903 |
How to apply
Chipotle Cultivate 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 Chipotle Cultivate Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $199,935 |
| Ohio | 1 | $130,754 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Davis Foundation | Scholarship and grant support | $189,935 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | General support | $130,754 |
| Givinga Foundation Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Niman Ranch Next Generation Foundation | Scholarship and grant support | $30,000 |
| Ecocenter Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Culinary Institute of America | General support | $5,000 |
| Randalls Island Park Alliance Inc | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurie Schalow
- Michael McGawn
- Adam Rymer
- Erin Wolford
- Nicole West
- Kevin McCulloch
- Lois Alexis-Collins
- Scott Boatwright
Questions people ask
Does Chipotle Cultivate Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chipotle Cultivate Foundation give?
$405,689 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Chipotle Cultivate Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laurie Schalow (President/Board Member), Michael McGawn (Secretary/Board Member), Adam Rymer (Treasurer) and Erin Wolford (Executive Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Chipotle Cultivate Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.