Coit Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Coit Family Foundation is a private foundation in Walnut Creek, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 50 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$37.5 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
58% 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 | $2.2 million | 43 | $29.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 50 | $37.5 million |
How to apply
Coit Family 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.
What Coit Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $1.2 million |
| California | 35 | $738,100 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $225,000 |
| New York | 3 | $125,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $40,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $8,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $1.2 million |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| The Dog Aging Institute | Donation for charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| White Pony Express | Donation for charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| American Independent | Donation for charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Institute for Research on Presidential Elections | Donation for charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Media Matters | Donation for charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| National Vote at Home Institute | Donation for charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| John Muir Health Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Pacific Flyway | Donation for charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Summit Bank Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $33,000 |
| John Muir Land Trust | Donation for charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Marist Missionary Sisters | Donation for charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| The Park Theater Trust (TPTT) | Donation for charitable purposes | $20,100 |
| Downtown Womens Center | Donation for charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Win Inc | Donation for charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Los Altos Education Fund | Donation for charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Nourish Every Childs | Donation for charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Usher Syndrome Society | Donation for charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Blach PTA | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Booksin Elementary School Community Association | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Ruth Bancroft Garden | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| San Ramon Valley Education Fund | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Dawn Redwood Trust | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Walnut Creek Civic Pride | Donation for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Hualalai Ohana Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Children's Discovery Museum | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| City Serve of the Tri-Valley | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Crowden Music Center | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Goldman School of Public Policy (Uc Berkeley Foundation) | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Happy Hollow Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Kqed | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Ma Center | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Oak Avenue School PTA | Donation for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| 13th Street Cat Rescue | Donation for charitable purposes | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- R Ken Coit
- Donna M Coit
Questions people ask
Does Coit Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Coit Family Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Coit Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists R Ken Coit (Director, President) and Donna M Coit (Director, Secretary, Treas).
What does Coit Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.