Right From the Start
Preselected recipients only
Right From the Start is a private foundation in Napa, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $654,022 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $654,022 and the largest $654,022. 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$654,022
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$654,022
- Largest grant$654,022
- Assets$30.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $655,572 the year before.
0% 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 | $655,572 | 1 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $654,022 | 1 | $30.4 million |
How to apply
Right From the Start 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 Right From the Start funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $654,022 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Napa Valley Community Foundation | Advisory fund - to pay money according to foundation purposes | $654,022 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Giovannoni
- Tom Giovannoni
- William C Kampton
Questions people ask
Does Right From the Start accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Right From the Start give?
$654,022 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $654,022.
Who runs Right From the Start?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Giovannoni (President), Tom Giovannoni (Vice President/Treasurer) and William C Kampton (Secretary).
What does Right From the Start fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.