Napa Tree Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Napa Tree Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $5,479 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $183 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$5,479
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$183
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$333,800
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $2,843 the year before.
50% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2,843 | 3 | $341,453 |
| 2023 | $5,479 | 4 | $333,800 |
How to apply
Napa Tree 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 Napa Tree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $5,245 |
| Washington | 1 | $234 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Donation | $5,000 |
| World Vision | Donation | $234 |
| Thornton Middle School | Donation | $132 |
| Gunn High School | Donation | $113 |
Officers and trustees
- Hongwu Chi
- Lei Zhang
- Kevin Li
Questions people ask
Does Napa Tree Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Napa Tree Foundation give?
$5,479 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $183.
Who runs Napa Tree Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Hongwu Chi (President & CEO), Lei Zhang (Cfo) and Kevin Li (Director).
What does Napa Tree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.