Downing Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Downing Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$96,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $117,500 the year before.
25% 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 | $107,500 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $117,500 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $96,000 | 4 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Downing 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $96,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Natural History Museum | Morey group project | $80,000 |
| Downing Family Operating Foundation | Support of project for astronomy assoc. | $6,000 |
| San Diego Astronomy Association | General support | $5,000 |
| Team Swift | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tracy Downing
- John Downing
- Toni M Leadingham
- Zachary Downing
Questions people ask
Does Downing Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Downing Family Foundation give?
$96,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Downing Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tracy Downing (President), John Downing (Executive Dir.), Toni M Leadingham (Cfo) and Zachary Downing (Corp Secretary).