Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $350,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$350,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$76.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
46% of its 2024 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 | $2.8 million | 8 | $71.0 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 11 | $76.3 million |
How to apply
Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark 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 Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 2 | $600,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Energy Foundation | To provide general support | $750,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | To provide general support | $500,000 |
| Ceres | To provide general support | $500,000 |
| Health Care Without Harm | To provide general support | $500,000 |
| Silicon Schools Fund Inc | To provide general support | $500,000 |
| Educators for Excellence Inc | To provide general support | $350,000 |
| Transcend Inc | To provide general support | $250,000 |
| Alder Graduate School of Education | To provide general support | $200,000 |
| Bay Education Fund | To provide general support | $100,000 |
| Edvoice Institute | To provide general support | $100,000 |
| New Schools Fund | To provide general support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Sze
- Kathleen M Donohue
- Zachary Herlick
Questions people ask
Does Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $350,000.
Who runs Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David L Sze (Director, Secretary, and Ceo), Kathleen M Donohue (Director and Cfo) and Zachary Herlick (Audit Committee Member).
What does Tandem Philanthropies Fka the Ark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.