Greene Van Arsdale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Greene Van Arsdale Foundation is a private foundation in San Mateo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $494,161 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $252,161. 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$494,161
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$252,161
- Assets$117 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
88% 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 | $295,000 | 13 | $58.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 9 | $78.0 million |
| 2025 | $494,161 | 8 | $117 million |
How to apply
Greene Van Arsdale 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
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $427,161 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland Lacrosse Club | To promote the work of the organization | $252,161 |
| UCSF | To promote the work of the organization | $150,000 |
| CuriOdyssey | To promote the work of the organization | $25,000 |
| Kuki'o Ho'omana Fund | To promote the work of the organization | $20,000 |
| Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal | To promote the work of the organization | $20,000 |
| Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital | To promote the work of the organization | $10,000 |
| US Lacrosse | To promote the work of the organization | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To promote the work of the organization | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James H Greene Jr
- Lindsay Greene Ramsay
Questions people ask
Does Greene Van Arsdale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Greene Van Arsdale Foundation give?
$494,161 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Greene Van Arsdale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James H Greene Jr (President, Director) and Lindsay Greene Ramsay (Secretary, Treasurer).