Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $790,895. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$790,895
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $73,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable 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 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cerity Partners Foundation FBO Jon & Katherine Dart Donor Advised Fund | General charitable purposes | $790,895 |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | Defend constitutional rights | $250,000 |
| Earthjustice | Environmental law | $250,000 |
| Partners in Health | Provide health care for the needy | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Dart
- Katherine Dart
Questions people ask
Does Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Jon and Katherine Dart Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon Dart (President, Director) and Katherine Dart (Secretary, Treasurer, Dire).