Opus Qua Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Opus Qua Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$13,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$512,421
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $13,000 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 | $18,000 | 5 | $504,162 |
| 2024 | $13,000 | 5 | $494,337 |
| 2025 | $13,000 | 5 | $512,421 |
How to apply
Opus Qua 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 Opus Qua Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Columbia Univ Alumni Club of N | Support charitable organizations that support education | $5,000 |
| Free Software Foundation | Support charitable organizations that support education | $2,000 |
| The Exploratorium | Support charitable organizations that support education | $2,000 |
| The Tower Foundation of San Jose St | Support charitable organizations that support education | $2,000 |
| The Tower Foundation of San Jose St | Support charitable organizations that support education | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexia Massalin
- Tracy Hytry
- Olin Shivers
Questions people ask
Does Opus Qua Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Opus Qua Foundation give?
$13,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Opus Qua Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexia Massalin (President), Tracy Hytry (Secretary) and Olin Shivers (Officer).
What does Opus Qua Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.