Jacques M Littlefield Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacques M Littlefield Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.6 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $765,576. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$765,576
- Assets$44.2 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.0 million the year before.
52% 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 | $2.0 million | 21 | $39.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 27 | $41.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.6 million | 25 | $44.2 million |
How to apply
Jacques M Littlefield 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 Jacques M Littlefield Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $1.1 million |
| California | 8 | $604,384 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $559,667 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $279,923 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Moonshot Edventures | Operating support | $765,576 |
| Common Cause North Carolina | Voter engagement | $180,454 |
| Tides Foundation | Movement voter fund | $150,000 |
| Hadanou Collective | Montessori on wheels | $131,763 |
| Children Now | Children's movement of ca | $131,209 |
| Democracy North Carolina | Voter engagement | $121,648 |
| You Can Vote | Voter protection | $100,464 |
| North Carolina Black Alliance | Voter engagement | $100,000 |
| Earth Force | Operating support | $85,125 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Pre K-12 food distribution | $83,562 |
| Sojourners | Voter protection | $79,972 |
| Rising Sun | Operating support | $75,000 |
| State Voices | Voter engagement | $75,000 |
| Voteriders | Voter protection | $74,951 |
| North Carolina Voter Project | Voter engagement | $57,101 |
| Children's Health Council | Operating support | $54,613 |
| Brightline Defense Project | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Fossil Free Media | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Society of Environmental Journalists | Fellowship program | $50,000 |
| Yes Nature to Neighborhoods | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | Climate ecosystem support | $48,826 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Nourish Colorado | Fresh & local school fund | $25,000 |
| Innovate Public Schools | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Paradox Community Trust | Rural homes | $690 |
Officers and trustees
- David Littlefield
- Scott Littlefield
- Nicole Marie Bergeron
Questions people ask
Does Jacques M Littlefield Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacques M Littlefield Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Jacques M Littlefield Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Littlefield (President & Director), Scott Littlefield (Cfo & Director) and Nicole Marie Bergeron (Secretary).
What does Jacques M Littlefield Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and community development.