Fontana Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fontana Foundation is a private foundation in Tiburon, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,288 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$12,288
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$93,455
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,115 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $63,795 |
| 2024 | $5,115 | 1 | $75,480 |
| 2025 | $12,288 | 3 | $93,455 |
How to apply
Fontana 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 Fontana Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,288 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marin County Day School | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom F0R All | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Chapel and York US Foundation | General operating support | $2,288 |
Officers and trustees
- Charley Buntrock Zeches
- Robert Zeches
Questions people ask
Does Fontana Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fontana Foundation give?
$12,288 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Fontana Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charley Buntrock Zeches (President/Ceo/Director) and Robert Zeches (Cfo/Secretary/Director).
What does Fontana Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.