Fledgling Fund
Preselected recipients only
Fledgling Fund is a private foundation in Graton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $327,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $48,750 and the largest $100,000. 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$327,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$48,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$390,935
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $375,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,000 | 4 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $375,000 | 8 | $666,415 |
| 2025 | $327,500 | 6 | $390,935 |
How to apply
Fledgling Fund 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 Fledgling Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $327,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $100,000 | |
| The Climate Center | Support for climate policy, education, and clean energy advocacy programs | $100,000 |
| Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation | Support for wetland restoration, conservation, and environmental education | $72,500 |
| Sonoma Land Trust | Support for land conservation and environmental stewardship programs | $25,000 |
| Individual | Support for environmental education and community sustainability programs | $20,000 |
| Individual | Environmental stewardship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn Johnson
- Richard Theis
- Loraine Sugg
Questions people ask
Does Fledgling Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fledgling Fund give?
$327,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $48,750.
Who runs Fledgling Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn Johnson (President), Richard Theis (Treasurer) and Loraine Sugg (Director).
What does Fledgling Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.