Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $329,074 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $600 and the largest $300,000. 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$329,074
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $313,715 the year before.
60% 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 | $313,715 | 13 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $329,074 | 25 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Donald P & Katherine B Loker 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 Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $316,274 |
| Alabama | 1 | $4,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,200 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middlebury Institute | Education | $300,000 |
| Monterey Museum of Art | Cultivate curiosity in the visual arts and engage community with the diversity of california art - past, present, and future. | $5,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Helping to resolve conflict and advance racial and social justice | $4,000 |
| Ucc Community Sapper Middlebury | Learn to love and follow jesus and grow deeper in faith. | $4,000 |
| St Ignatius Parish | Supporting various church activities and programs | $3,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Helping to fund quality and affordable access to healthcare. | $2,000 |
| Rocket Dog Rescue | To save dogs from abuse, neglect and death at overcrowded shelters and places them in loving homes. | $2,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Other charitable purposes. | $1,200 |
| Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences | To advancing science and finding ocean solutions | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To provide lifesaving medical care to those most in need. | $1,000 |
| San Francisco SPCA | To support the education, prevention and rescue of animals | $800 |
| Covenant House | Provide safe housing and holistic care to youth ages 12-24 experiencing homelessness and survivors of human trafficking. | $600 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | To provide funds for educational purposes | $600 |
| Grand Circle Foundation | To provide education, natural resource and social support to those in need | $500 |
| Newton Teachers Association | Teachers association | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | To allow homebound seniors to continue to live in their homes with dignity and independence. | $400 |
| Environmental Defense | To support environmental education and awareness | $300 |
| USA for Unhcr | Making a lasting impact on the lives of refugees and displaced people around the world | $300 |
| Corporation of Fine Arts Museum | To promote arts and serving a broad and diverse constituency with exhibitions and programs that inform, educate, inspire, and entertain. | $299 |
| World Wildlife Fund | To protect endangered animals. | $250 |
| Project Open Hand | To help end hunger. | $225 |
| Glide Memorial Church | Church community built on an inclusive faith tradition. Coming together to move us further toward true social and racial justice. | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. | $200 |
| Ca State Parks | Supporting the opeartion of california's public parks | $100 |
| Marine Mammal Center | Advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah L Hicks
- Robin Hicks
Questions people ask
Does Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation give?
$329,074 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah L Hicks (Co-Trustee) and Robin Hicks (Co-Trustee).
What does Donald P & Katherine B Loker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.