Pugh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pugh Family Foundation is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$14,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$172,566
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $15,000 the year before.
6% of its 2024 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 | $15,000 | 18 | $199,989 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 18 | $172,566 |
How to apply
Pugh Family 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 Pugh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Clinica de la Raza | Health | $2,000 |
| Diamond Mountain Fire Safe Council | Public safety | $1,000 |
| Land Trust of Napa | Land preservation | $1,000 |
| Medecin Sans Frontiers | Health | $1,000 |
| Orinda Academy | Education | $1,000 |
| Strive for Change | Education | $1,000 |
| Upstage Napa Valley | Arts | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Health | $1,000 |
| Ability First | Education | $500 |
| Diabetic Youth Foundation | Health | $500 |
| Friends of the Cameo Theater | Arts | $500 |
| Homeboy Industries | Education | $500 |
| NPR Co Kqed | Education | $500 |
| Our Home Town St Helena | Education | $500 |
| Rianda House | Health | $500 |
| Salvation Army | Health | $500 |
| University of New Mexico | Education | $500 |
| Vine Train of the Napa Valley | Environment | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- George A Pugh
- Mara K McGrath
- Collin Pugh
Questions people ask
Does Pugh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pugh Family Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Pugh Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George A Pugh (Trustee), Mara K McGrath (Trustee) and Collin Pugh (Trustee).
What does Pugh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.