College Futures Foundation
Preselected recipients only
College Futures Foundation is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $17.8 million in 181 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$17.8 million
- Number of grants181
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$560 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17.6 million the year before.
46% 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 | $17.6 million | 185 | $534 million |
| 2024 | $17.8 million | 181 | $560 million |
How to apply
College Futures 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 College Futures Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 145 | $13.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 11 | $1.2 million |
| Maryland | 3 | $857,000 |
| New York | 5 | $640,250 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $575,907 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The RP Group Inc | Program grant | $600,000 |
| Foundation for California Community Colleges | Program grant | $550,000 |
| Calmatters | Program grant | $500,000 |
| American Association of Community Colleges | Program grant | $500,000 |
| California State University Fresno Foundation | Program grant | $500,000 |
| Foundation for California Community Colleges | Program grant | $469,000 |
| Sova Solutions | Program grant | $407,000 |
| Accrediting Commission for Community & Junior Colleges | Program grant | $400,000 |
| Public Agenda | Program grant | $365,000 |
| Jobs for the Future | Program grant | $350,000 |
| Csu Dominguez Hills Foundation | Program grant | $334,000 |
| Campaign for College Opportunity | Program grant | $325,000 |
| California State University San Marcos Corporation | Program grant | $325,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Program grant | $317,500 |
| Braven | Program grant | $250,000 |
| The RP Group Inc | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Foundation for California Community Colleges | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Public Advocates | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Sova Solutions | Program grant | $250,000 |
| California Community Foundation | Program grant | $250,000 |
| The Education Trust Inc | Program grant | $250,000 |
| California Competes | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Program grant | $250,000 |
| The Institute for College Access and Success | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation | Program grant | $250,000 |
| Strada Collaborative Inc DBA Insidetrack | Program grant | $250,000 |
| United Way of the Bay Area | Program grant | $230,000 |
| Futuro Health | Program grant | $223,000 |
| Berkeley City College | Program grant | $200,000 |
| Open Campus Media Inc | Program grant | $200,000 |
| Sova Solutions | Program grant | $200,000 |
| East Los Angeles College Foundation | Program grant | $200,000 |
| Nextgen Climate America Inc DBA Nextgen Policy | Program grant | $200,000 |
| Uaspire | Program grant | $200,000 |
| Csusb Philanthropic Foundation | Program grant | $190,000 |
| San Diego State University Research Foundation | Program grant | $190,000 |
| John Burton Advocates for Youth | Program grant | $183,333 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | Program grant | $182,000 |
| The Regents of the University of California at Berkeley | Program grant | $175,000 |
| California State University Bakersfield Foundation | Program grant | $174,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Avalos Arnoldo
- Escutia Martha
- Karavadra Kailesh
- Lucas Donna
- Mendonca Lenny
- Oubre Linda
- Seldon Willa
- Swearengin Ashley
- Whitmore Richard
- Yamauchi Timothy
- Yee Betty
- Ortiz-Oakley Eloy
- Wallace Phillippe
Questions people ask
Does College Futures Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does College Futures Foundation give?
$17.8 million in tax year 2024, across 181 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs College Futures Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Avalos Arnoldo (Board Member), Escutia Martha (Board Member), Karavadra Kailesh (Board Member) and Lucas Donna (Board Member, Chair (To 12/24)) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does College Futures Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and human services.