Kenneth H Dart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth H Dart Foundation is a private foundation in Corona del Mar, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $330,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$330,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $300,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $295,000 | 6 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 6 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $330,000 | 7 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Kenneth H Dart 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 Kenneth H Dart Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $280,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orangewood Foundation | To further charitable purpose with funds directed to the core program for foster youth | $150,000 |
| The Sheepfold | To further charitable purpose in providing refuge and counseling for homeless and abused women with children | $50,000 |
| Family Promise of Orange County | To further charitable purposes in providing assistance and refuge for homeless families in orange county | $40,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To further charitable purpose in assisting children in need, lifesaving research and treatment | $40,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | To further charitable purpose in assisting underpriviledged children with educational and career resources | $20,000 |
| Forever Kids | To further charitable purpose in providing assistance with foster kids, youth and families. | $20,000 |
| Individual | To further charitable purpose in promoting freedom for students in need | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry Dart
- Brian Dart
- Leslie Rigg
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth H Dart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth H Dart Foundation give?
$330,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Kenneth H Dart Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry Dart (Trustee), Brian Dart (Trustee) and Leslie Rigg (Trustee).
What does Kenneth H Dart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and housing and homelessness.