The Anderson Fund Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Anderson Fund Foundation is a private foundation in Tahoe City, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$64,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $89,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $89,000 | 24 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $64,000 | 22 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Anderson Fund 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 The Anderson Fund Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $25,500 |
| New York | 6 | $18,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Abortion Federation | Support safe, legal, and accessible abortion care to promote health and justice for women | $10,000 |
| Women for Women International | Community services & support to female survivors of war | $8,000 |
| Direct Relief | Medical resources & support to people affected by poverty or emergencies | $5,000 |
| Mountain Area Preservation | Protect open space and advocate for responsible development in the truckee-tahoe area | $5,000 |
| Sierra Watch | Environmental protection & preservation | $4,500 |
| American Indian College Fund | Provide native american students with support through scholarships and funding toward higher education | $3,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Alzheimer's disease research & support | $3,000 |
| Berkeley Playhouse | Community support for performance art | $2,000 |
| Brooklyn Academy of Music | Community support for performance art | $2,000 |
| Community Roots Charter School | Community services & support | $2,000 |
| Earth Justice | Environmental protection & preservation | $2,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | Meal preparation & delivery for people living with chronic/serious illnesses | $2,000 |
| Keep Tahoe Blue | Preservation of lake tahoe | $2,000 |
| Kpoo | Public radio support | $2,000 |
| Legal Aid Society | Community services & support | $2,000 |
| TXC Tccsea | General support | $2,000 |
| Unity Earth | Support for purpose earth | $2,000 |
| Ski for Light | Enhance the quality of life and independence of visually or mobility-impaired adults through cross-country skiing. | $1,500 |
| Oakland Women's Rowing Club | Provide support for oakland women's rowing club | $1,000 |
| Sierra Senior Services | Meal preparation & delivery for seniors | $1,000 |
| Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships | Promote environmental stewardship by providing environmental education to local students | $1,000 |
| Wwoz | Public radio support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristen Anderson
- Fredrik Anderson
- Ben Anderson-Flint
- Evan Anderson-Flint
Questions people ask
Does The Anderson Fund Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Anderson Fund Foundation give?
$64,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Anderson Fund Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kristen Anderson (Director), Fredrik Anderson (President), Ben Anderson-Flint (Secretary) and Evan Anderson-Flint (Treasurer).
What does The Anderson Fund Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.