Overaa Family Group
Accepts applications
Overaa Family Group is a private foundation in Richmond, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,800 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$99,800
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was down from $101,000 the year before.
62% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,000 | 21 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $101,000 | 21 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $99,800 | 13 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gerald Overaa 200 Parr Blvd, Richmond, CA 94801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (925) 284-1727 |
| What to submit | Letter explaining charitable purpose, proof of exempt status, relevant printed matter regarding the organization,use of funds, and contact person for further information. |
| Deadlines | November 15 for calendar year requested. |
What Overaa Family Group funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $84,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Park Theater Trust | Charitable operations | $50,000 |
| ALS Therapy Development Institute | Charitable operations | $15,000 |
| Bay Area Rescue Mission | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University Foundation | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| St Mary's College of California | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Richmond Community Foundation | Charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Lafayette Community Garden | Charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Oakland Zoo | Charitable operations | $3,300 |
| Marin Casa | Charitable operations | $3,000 |
| Lafayette Partners in Education | Charitable operations | $2,000 |
| White Pony Express | Charitable operations | $2,000 |
| Acalanes Booster Club - Boys Soccer | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| Dipsea Foundation | Charitable operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald D Overaa
- Carl D Overaa
- Kara K Gragg
- Julia Overaa Powell
- Erin Overaa Dissman
Questions people ask
Does Overaa Family Group accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 15 for calendar year requested.
How much does Overaa Family Group give?
$99,800 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Overaa Family Group?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald D Overaa (Chairperson), Carl D Overaa (Trustee), Kara K Gragg (Trustee) and Julia Overaa Powell (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Overaa Family Group fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.