Sacramento Progressive Communities
Preselected recipients only
Sacramento Progressive Communities is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $481,327 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $94,827 and the largest $200,000. 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$481,327
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$94,827
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $105,000 | 3 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $363,000 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 9 | $484,027 |
| 2025 | $481,327 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
Sacramento Progressive Communities 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 Sacramento Progressive Communities funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $481,327 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Housing Alliance | To support their mission of supporting the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocating for equality and justice, and working to build a culturally rich lgbtq+ community. | $200,000 |
| Sacramento LGBT Comm Center | To support their mission of supporting the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocating for equality and justice, and working to build a culturally rich lgbtq+ community. | $100,000 |
| Individual | To support their mission of supporting the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocating for equality and justice, and working to build a culturally rich lgbtq+ community. | $94,827 |
| Individual | To support their mission of supporting the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocating for equality and justice, and working to build a culturally rich lgbtq+ community. | $66,500 |
| Individual | To support their mission of supporting the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocating for equality and justice, and working to build a culturally rich lgbtq+ community. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Whitney
- Mark Laroque
- Patti Harmon
- Kirk Whisler
- Manuel Orozco
- Kevin Koshar
Questions people ask
Does Sacramento Progressive Communities accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sacramento Progressive Communities give?
$481,327 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $94,827.
Who runs Sacramento Progressive Communities?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Whitney (President), Mark Laroque (Vice President), Patti Harmon (Treasurer) and Kirk Whisler (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Sacramento Progressive Communities fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.