Strongpoint Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Strongpoint Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.8 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.8 million
- Assets$220,053
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $490,000 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 6 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 7 | $220,053 |
How to apply
Strongpoint 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 Strongpoint Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1.8 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $15,150 |
| New York | 1 | $512 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Charitable | $1.8 million |
| Vanguard Charitable | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Lindell giving fund | $60,000 |
| University of Michigan | Arotc normandy leadership and historical research studies fund | $15,000 |
| Cinnamongirl | Africa trip | $1,029 |
| Luv Michael Inc | Charitable | $512 |
| Alumni Association of the University of Michigan | Rotc alumni association | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- David Babulak
- Lien Babulak
- John McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does Strongpoint Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Strongpoint Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Strongpoint Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Babulak (President), Lien Babulak (Treasurer) and John McCarthy (Secretary).
What does Strongpoint Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.