The 1440 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The 1440 Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.1 million and the largest $2.2 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.1 million
- Largest grant$2.2 million
- Assets$245 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
0% 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 | $2.1 million | 2 | $227 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 2 | $245 million |
How to apply
The 1440 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 The 1440 Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $100,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $2.2 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon Valley Charitable Foundation | To support the silicon valley community | $2.2 million |
| Department of Possibility | Helping refugees | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Kriens
- Scott Kriens
- Ken Baker
Questions people ask
Does The 1440 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The 1440 Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.1 million.
Who runs The 1440 Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan Kriens (President), Scott Kriens (Vice President) and Ken Baker (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does The 1440 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and international.