Gat Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gat Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $483,814 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $575 and the largest $128,494. 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$483,814
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$575
- Largest grant$128,494
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $427,442 the year before.
50% 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 | $427,442 | 39 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $483,814 | 48 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
Gat 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.
What Gat Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $319,948 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $96,878 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,300 |
| Maryland | 1 | $13,000 |
| New York | 3 | $8,300 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $4,606 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $1,700 |
| Texas | 4 | $1,432 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Kids | General | $128,494 |
| Old Globe Theatre | General | $100,000 |
| North American Foundation for the University of Manchester Inc | General | $96,878 |
| Rolf Benirschke Legacy Foundation | General | $35,000 |
| SPCA for Monterey County | General | $28,000 |
| Wscga Junior Golf Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $13,000 |
| Kqed | General | $9,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General | $8,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey County | General | $5,000 |
| Kreitzers Critter Corral Puppyrescue | General | $5,000 |
| Preserve Community Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $4,000 |
| Mercy Corps | General | $3,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | General | $3,000 |
| Food Bank for Monterey County | General | $2,000 |
| Charley Hoffman Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| Shelter to Soldier Inc | General | $1,200 |
| Carmel Bach Festival | General | $1,000 |
| Feeding America | General | $1,000 |
| Montage Health Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Second Chance Dog Rescue | General | $1,000 |
| Keepers of the Wild | General | $800 |
| Front Range Equine Rescue | General | $600 |
| Carrillo Elementary PTO | General | $550 |
| Pride Rock Wildlife Refuge | General | $500 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | General | $432 |
| Little Longears Mini Donkey Rescue | General | $400 |
| Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary | General | $400 |
| Nature Conservancy | General | $306 |
| WWF | General | $300 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | General | $250 |
| Armed Services YMCA of the USA | General | $200 |
| Feeding Pets of the Homeless | General | $200 |
| Orphan Acres Inc | General | $200 |
| Paws of Honor Inc | General | $200 |
| Tiger Haven | General | $200 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General | $200 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Org | General | $104 |
| California State Parks Foundation | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gillian M Thornley
- Anthony S Thornley
- Claire M Thornley Smith
- Christian A Thornley
- Alexander N Thornley
- Warren T Thornley
Questions people ask
Does Gat Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gat Family Foundation give?
$483,814 in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $575.
Who runs Gat Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gillian M Thornley (Director and President), Anthony S Thornley (Director, Secretary & Cfo), Claire M Thornley Smith (Director) and Christian A Thornley (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Gat Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and animals.