The Britt George Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Britt George Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $74,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$74,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$72,927
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,050 the year before.
94% 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 | $37,000 | 6 | $81,370 |
| 2024 | $50,050 | 8 | $41,732 |
| 2025 | $74,000 | 19 | $72,927 |
How to apply
The Britt George 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 Britt George Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $69,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Trevor Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous Community Outreach | General support | $5,000 |
| Loaves and Fishes Family Kitchen | General support | $4,000 |
| Sunday Friends Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Assistance League of San Jose | General support | $4,000 |
| Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence | General support | $4,000 |
| Families in Transition | General support | $4,000 |
| Loved Twice | General support | $4,000 |
| Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks | General support | $4,000 |
| Kidpower International | General support | $4,000 |
| Teen Kitchen Project | General support | $4,000 |
| Recovery Cafe San Jose | General support | $4,000 |
| Outside in | General support | $4,000 |
| San Jose Police Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Individual | General support | $4,000 |
| Guadalupe River Park Conservancy | General support | $2,500 |
| Individual | General support | $2,500 |
| Coming Home Animal Sanctuary Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bert Lawrence George
- Cyndie George
- Ashley George
Questions people ask
Does The Britt George Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Britt George Foundation give?
$74,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Britt George Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bert Lawrence George (Cfo), Cyndie George (President) and Ashley George (Secretary).
What does The Britt George Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.