Tarlton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tarlton Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $29,000 and the largest $66,000. 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$95,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$29,000
- Largest grant$66,000
- Assets$287,044
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $108,160 the year before.
67% 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 | $72,000 | 2 | $451,783 |
| 2024 | $108,160 | 3 | $365,997 |
| 2025 | $95,500 | 3 | $287,044 |
How to apply
Tarlton 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tarlton Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $95,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Peninsula College Fund | Scholarships | $66,000 |
| Rotary Club of Menlo Park Foundation | Scholarships | $29,000 |
| City of Menlo Park | City of menlo park youth college/career fair | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Tarlton
- Elizabeth Krietemeyer
- Raymond Zhu
- Ronald Krietemeyer
- David Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Tarlton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tarlton Foundation give?
$95,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $29,000.
Who runs Tarlton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Tarlton (Chairman), Elizabeth Krietemeyer (President), Raymond Zhu (Treasurer) and Ronald Krietemeyer (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tarlton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.