Danvera Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Danvera Foundation is a private foundation in Pleasant Hill, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $379,487 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $110,000. 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$379,487
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $361,125 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $361,069 | 23 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $361,125 | 24 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $379,487 | 23 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Danvera 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 Danvera Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $375,438 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,030 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,019 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | Various programs; marine studies; dean's fund; scholarships | $110,000 |
| Playworks | General support | $77,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Oakland | General support | $51,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Various programs | $45,000 |
| St Patrick's School | General support; event sponsorship | $40,000 |
| St Mary's College High School | General support | $15,000 |
| St Augustine High School | General support | $10,000 |
| First Tee of Oakland | General support | $5,206 |
| Legal Services for Children | General support | $5,163 |
| Children's Fairyland | General support | $5,000 |
| St Teresa Church | General support | $2,563 |
| Urban League | General support | $2,500 |
| Alameda County Food Bank | General support | $1,280 |
| St Vincent Day Home | General support | $1,113 |
| 100 Hole Hike for Youth on Course | General support | $1,053 |
| East Bay Agency for Children | General support | $1,037 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General support | $1,030 |
| Heifer International | General fund | $1,019 |
| California Conservation Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | General support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $1,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | General support | $523 |
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick J Morrin
- Janice Jagelski
Questions people ask
Does Danvera Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Danvera Foundation give?
$379,487 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Danvera Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patrick J Morrin (President) and Janice Jagelski (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Danvera Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.