Kalele Foundation
Accepts applications
Kalele Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $293,892 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $39,250 and the largest $215,142. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$293,892
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$39,250
- Largest grant$215,142
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,750 the year before.
50% 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 | $10,310 | 7 | $233,890 |
| 2024 | $3,750 | 6 | $270,060 |
| 2025 | $293,892 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Diane Ciesinski 26435 Ascension Drive, Los Altos, CA 94022 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (650) 714-8101, diane@ciesinski.com |
| What to submit | Free form. |
| Deadlines | 2 months prior to camp registration deadline |
| Restrictions | Funds must be used to attend youth camping programs run by third-party organizations. |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $293,392 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daf Giving 360 (Formerly Schwab Charitable) | Final distribution of foundation assets. | $215,142 |
| Stanford Daf | Final distribution of foundation assets. | $78,000 |
| We Give All | Providing life changing humanitarian service around the world. | $500 |
| Help One Child | Provide youth support for challenged teens. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Ciesinski
- Stephen Ciesinski
Questions people ask
Does Kalele Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 2 months prior to camp registration deadline.
How much does Kalele Foundation give?
$293,892 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $39,250.
Who runs Kalele Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Ciesinski (President) and Stephen Ciesinski (Secretary).