Kirby Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kirby Foundation is a private foundation in Half Moon Bay, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $1.3 million. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$32.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million 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 | $1.1 million | 1 | $25.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 1 | $28.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 1 | $32.4 million |
How to apply
Kirby 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Endowment Foundation | General operating support | $1.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- Laurel Francis
- Robin Kirby
- Lisa Gibbs
- Scott Kirby
Questions people ask
Does Kirby Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kirby Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs Kirby Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurel Francis (President), Robin Kirby (Treasurer), Lisa Gibbs (Secretary) and Scott Kirby (Director).