David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation is a private foundation in Portola Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $197,100 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$197,100
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $395,760 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $395,760 | 17 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $197,100 | 12 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
David and Annette Jorgensen 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 David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $130,000 |
| California | 6 | $56,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $5,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Free to Choose Network | Social improvement | $80,000 |
| Center for Independent Thought | Education | $50,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Social improvement | $20,000 |
| California Policy Center | Social improvement | $10,000 |
| Hoover Institution | Social improvement | $10,000 |
| Pacific Research Institute | Social improvement | $10,000 |
| Certell Inc | Education | $5,000 |
| Freedom Foundation | Social improvement | $5,000 |
| National Right to Work Legal Defense & Education Foundation | Social improvement | $5,000 |
| Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism Inc | Social improvement | $1,000 |
| Stanford University | Art museum | $1,000 |
| National Police Association | Social improvement | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Jorgensen
- Annette Jorgensen
- Thomas D Jorgensen
- Jennifer A Jorgensen
Questions people ask
Does David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation give?
$197,100 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David G Jorgensen (President), Annette Jorgensen (Vice President - Secretary), Thomas D Jorgensen (Vice President) and Jennifer A Jorgensen (Vice President).
What does David and Annette Jorgensen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.