Meglbagl Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Meglbagl Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $166,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$166,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,000 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,000 | 8 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $166,000 | 13 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Meglbagl 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 Meglbagl Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 6 | $108,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rowland Hall | Education | $65,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Healthcare | $20,000 |
| Live Like Sam Foundation | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| Environmental Working Group | Public welfare | $10,000 |
| Common Sense Media | Child welfare | $10,000 |
| Summit Land Conservancy | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Swaner Preserve and Ecocenter | Environmental | $10,000 |
| National Ability Center | Healthcare | $8,000 |
| Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center | Child welfare | $8,000 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| Christian Center of Park City | Public welfare | $5,000 |
| Thrive Animal Rescue | Animal welfare | $3,000 |
| Phase One Foundation | Healthcare | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Megan Johnstone
- Chris Corcoran
- Jonathan H Ham
- Evan Johnstone
Questions people ask
Does Meglbagl Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meglbagl Foundation give?
$166,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Meglbagl Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Megan Johnstone (President), Chris Corcoran (Vice-President & Secretary), Jonathan H Ham (Cfo) and Evan Johnstone (Vice-President).
What does Meglbagl Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and youth programs.