Fremont Bank Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fremont Bank Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 88 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.3 million
- Number of grants88
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
46% 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 | $1.6 million | 73 | $12.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 77 | $13.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 88 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Fremont Bank 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 Fremont Bank Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 88 | $2.4 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Hospital Foundation | Washington - UCSF Cancer Center | $300,000 |
| Individual | Cedar Community Apartments: Enhancing Safety, Play and Community Space | $260,000 |
| City of Fremont | California Nursery Historical Park Rose Garden | $250,000 |
| Moreau Catholic High School | Center for Music and Band | $150,000 |
| Mission Action | Kitchen Equipment to Expand New Site | $150,000 |
| Tri-City Economic Development Corp | Valle Center for Employment Training | $100,000 |
| Hayward Unified School District | Digital Access for Students in Transient Environments | $75,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jo | Motherhouse Security | $72,215 |
| Individual | Banyan House Site Improvements | $62,100 |
| Individual | Improvements to Food Labeling to Support Client Communications & Client Safety | $52,000 |
| Committee Restoration of MSJ | Mission San Jose Museum Building Restoration and Preservation | $50,000 |
| Chabot Space and Science Center | Brand Refresh and Website Redesign | $50,000 |
| Silicon Valley Education Foundation | Hands On STEM Equipment | $50,000 |
| Serra Residential Center Inc | 2025 Residential Homes Capital Improvement Project | $50,000 |
| Alameda Health System Foundation | Soul of Spring | $50,000 |
| Stanford University School of Medic | To Advance Innovation in Education, Research, and Patient Care | $50,000 |
| Hayward Area Recreation Park Distri | The Alameda County Agriculture Historical Center and Gardens Project at Meek Estate Park | $40,000 |
| City of Union City | Heritage Oak Playground Project | $35,000 |
| Dublin Unified School District | York Campus Fitness Court & Studio | $30,000 |
| Cardea Health | Wheelchair Van | $30,000 |
| Ballistic United Soccer Club | Alameda County Fairgrounds Futsal Complex | $25,000 |
| Youth Homes | AWD Vehicle Acquisiton | $25,000 |
| Three Valleys Community Foundation | Three Valleys Community Foundation State of Giving | $25,000 |
| St Vincent's Day Home | Melody Meadow - Creating a Green Oasis | $25,000 |
| Oakland Private Industry Council | Workforce & Small Business Services | $25,000 |
| Rotarian Foundation of Livermore | Livermore Depot Meeting Room Project | $20,000 |
| Spectrum Community Services Inc | Enhancing Staff Collaboration through Office Expansion & Hybrid Meeting Technology | $17,500 |
| Washington Hospital Foundation | Top Hat Fund a Need Surgical Robotics | $15,000 |
| Centro de Servicios de Alameda Coun | Equipment Update Project | $15,000 |
| City of Fremont | Fremont Recreation Community Support | $10,500 |
| HERS Breast Cancer Foundation | Charitable Programs | $10,000 |
| Abode Services | Journey Home Breakfast | $10,000 |
| Individual | Holiday Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Individual | Box Truck wrap design and Installation | $10,000 |
| Tri-Valley Haven for Women | Holiday Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Holiday Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Lucille Packard Foundation for Chil | Support for Northern CA Children and Families | $10,000 |
| Davis Street Community Center | Holiday Grant | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Hyman
- Bradford Anderson
- Chris Chenoweth
- Alan Hyman
- Michael Wallace
- Sharon Belshaw-Jones
- Brian Hughes
Questions people ask
Does Fremont Bank Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fremont Bank Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 88 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Fremont Bank Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard Hyman (Director/VP), Bradford Anderson (Cfo), Chris Chenoweth (Dir/Secretary) and Alan Hyman (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Fremont Bank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.