Renee Kaswan Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Renee Kaswan Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Thousand Oaks, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$89,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,500 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $74,211 | 8 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $77,500 | 9 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $89,000 | 11 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Renee Kaswan Memorial 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 California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $46,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $22,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TEA3 Foundation | General donation | $20,000 |
| Floating Doctors | General donation | $10,000 |
| Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital Foundation | General donation | $10,000 |
| The People Concern | General donation | $10,000 |
| Wayne County Court Appointed Special Advocates (Casa) | General donation | $10,000 |
| Women of Tomorrow | General donation | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley | General donation | $5,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | General donation | $5,000 |
| Conejo Valley Rotary Foundation | General donation | $4,000 |
| College Career & Beyond | General donation | $2,500 |
| Harbor House | General donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Denise Vivero
- Steven Cole
- Elaine Hickerson
- Andrew Danly
Questions people ask
Does Renee Kaswan Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Renee Kaswan Memorial Foundation give?
$89,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Renee Kaswan Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Denise Vivero (President), Steven Cole (Vice President), Elaine Hickerson (Treasurer) and Andrew Danly (Secretary).