SD Trombetta Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SD Trombetta Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $713,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$713,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $985,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $985,000 | 20 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $713,000 | 13 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
SD Trombetta 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 SD Trombetta Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California. It also paid $50,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $410,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $53,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo College Foundation | Support of private foundation. | $200,000 |
| AAUW | Support of Charitable Organization. | $75,000 |
| American Red Cross | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Clean Air Task Force | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Give Well Top Charities Fund | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| The Humane Farming Association | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Last Mile Health | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| World Food Program | Support of Charitable Organization. | $50,000 |
| Global Glimpse | Support of Charitable Organization. | $30,000 |
| Parisi House | Support of Charitable Organization. | $5,000 |
| Individual | Friends of Liberia Library Project | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Decker
- Diane Trombetta
- Liza Reynolds
- Loren Reynolds
Questions people ask
Does SD Trombetta Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SD Trombetta Foundation give?
$713,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs SD Trombetta Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anne Decker (Director), Diane Trombetta (President), Liza Reynolds (Director) and Loren Reynolds (Director).
What does SD Trombetta Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.