K5 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
K5 Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.0 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $350,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$350,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$47.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4.9 million | 6 | $38.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 10 | $42.9 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 5 | $47.0 million |
How to apply
K5 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 K5 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $2.0 million |
| California | 4 | $1.7 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | to support creation of an integrated program to ensure enhanced academic, social, and career to support | $2.0 million |
| Board of trts Leland Stanford Unive | The Karr Family Programming Fund | $1.0 million |
| Town School for Boys | Town School Tomorrow Begins Campaign | $350,000 |
| Sponsors For Educ Opportunities | General Operating SupportEndowments & Foundations Fellowship program | $350,000 |
| Larkin Street Youth Services | Bridge Academy | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Latonia Karr
- Adam Karr
Questions people ask
Does K5 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does K5 Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $350,000.
Who runs K5 Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Latonia Karr (Director) and Adam Karr (Director).
What does K5 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.