Guenther Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Guenther Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $205,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$205,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$21.9 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,000 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $150,000 | 3 | $13.2 million |
| 2025 | $205,000 | 7 | $21.9 million |
How to apply
Guenther 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $95,000 |
| California | 2 | $70,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cato Institute | To support charitable function & programs | $50,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | To support charitable function & programs | $35,000 |
| Reagan Foundation | To support charitable function & programs | $35,000 |
| Hoover Institute | To support charitable function & programs | $35,000 |
| American Legislative Exchange Counc | To support charitable function & programs | $25,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | To support charitable function & programs | $15,000 |
| Federalist Society | To support charitable function & programs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Milani
Questions people ask
Does Guenther Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Guenther Family Foundation give?
$205,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Guenther Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Milani (Trustee).