Phelps Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phelps Foundation is a private foundation in St Helena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1.1 million and the largest $1.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1.1 million
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$64,035
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $367,051 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $367,051 | 2 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 4 | $64,035 |
How to apply
Phelps 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
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.2 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Kentucky | 1 | $999,122 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| William and Andrea Phelps Family Fund | Charitable | $1.2 million |
| The Lap Charitable Fund | Charitable | $1.2 million |
| The Todd and Laurie Anderson Fund | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Lynn Phelps and Richard Finch Charitable Fund | Charitable | $999,122 |
Officers and trustees
- Lydia Rau
- Leslie Ann Phelps
- Alexandra Phelps
- Elizabeth Neuman
- Claire Finch
Questions people ask
Does Phelps Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phelps Foundation give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1.1 million.
Who runs Phelps Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lydia Rau (Secretary), Leslie Ann Phelps (Director), Alexandra Phelps (Director) and Elizabeth Neuman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.