Kieve Foundation
Accepts applications
Kieve Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $488,400 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$488,400
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $418,800 the year before.
11% 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 | $363,500 | 51 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $418,800 | 55 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $488,400 | 46 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lenoir Kieve 206 Loma Alta Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 307-7090 |
| What to submit | No prescribed format |
What Kieve Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 40 | $427,400 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dream Fetchers | Animal rescue, foster-care and adoption | $100,000 |
| Urban Confluence | To build an iconic landmark for san jose and silicon valley | $50,000 |
| Center for Animal Protection | Save the lives of individual animals and educate people | $25,000 |
| Every Pet's Dream | Foster-based rescue of animals | $25,000 |
| Scritch Kittens | Animal welfare | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Silicon Valley | Food for the hungry | $25,000 |
| Soi Dog Foundation USA | Animal welfare | $25,000 |
| Dancing Cat | Animal rescue, foster-care and adoption | $20,000 |
| Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine | Saving and improving human and animal lives | $20,000 |
| Animal Place | Rescue and sanctuary for farm animals | $15,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | Help with the mission of the organization to protect animals from harm | $10,000 |
| At-Choo Foundation | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| History San Jose | Support of local museum | $10,000 |
| Love Leo Rescue | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Muttville | Senior dog rescue | $10,000 |
| Quest Valley Charities | Private foundation | $10,000 |
| Second Chance Rescue NYC | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| The Animal Pad | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Rotary Club of San Jose Foundation Inc | Community service | $7,900 |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory | Education | $5,000 |
| Cancer Carepoint | Medical help | $5,000 |
| Humane Society Silicon Valley | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Kim's Nurturing Nest Animal Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Native Animal Rescue (Nar) | Animal rescue, foster-care and adoption | $5,000 |
| Pivotal Connections | Education, support groups, employment, and human services | $5,000 |
| Symphony San Jose | Music appreciation | $5,000 |
| Hunger at Home | Food service to the homeless and the hungry | $3,000 |
| Operation Smile | Helping children with cleft palets | $3,000 |
| San Jose Rotary Foundation | Community service | $3,000 |
| Kqedkteh | Public television | $2,500 |
| Pac SJ | Preserving the city's architectural and cultural hertiage | $2,500 |
| Peace of Mind Dog Rescue (Pomdr) | Senior dog welfare | $2,500 |
| Berkshire School | Education | $2,000 |
| City Lights | Support of san josethatre activities | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Providing affordable home ownership | $2,000 |
| Peninsula Open Space Trust | Open land preservation | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Health care services | $2,000 |
| The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley | Boys and girls welfare | $2,000 |
| Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose | Education of children | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Medical help worldwide | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lenoir Kieve
- Judy Cassada
- Marc Rebboah
Questions people ask
Does Kieve Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Kieve Foundation give?
$488,400 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kieve Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lenoir Kieve (President/Director), Judy Cassada (Vice President/Director) and Marc Rebboah (Cfo/Secretary/Director).
What does Kieve Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, human services and arts and culture.