The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Campbell, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.6 million in 165 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $180,000. 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$5.6 million
- Number of grants165
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$441 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.3 million the year before.
27% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.3 million | 150 | $178 million |
| 2024 | $5.6 million | 165 | $441 million |
How to apply
The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family 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 Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 25 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 79 | $2.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 21 | $715,000 |
| New York | 15 | $575,000 |
| Colorado | 6 | $287,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $245,000 |
| Alabama | 3 | $180,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $180,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $175,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $150,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $140,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NDN Collective Inc | Charitable | $180,000 |
| Clean Air Task Force | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Earthjustice | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $115,000 |
| Abode | Charitable | $100,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Computer History Museum | Charitable | $100,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Southern Poverty Law Center | Charitable | $100,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Charitable | $90,000 |
| American Immigration Council | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Bay Area Community Services Inc | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity Inc | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Sunrise Movement Education Fund | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Brain & Behavior Research Foundation | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Education Fund | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Jason Foundation | Charitable | $60,000 |
| National Institute of Reproductive Health Inc | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Nurse-Family Partnership | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Pflag National | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Postpartum Support International | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Preeclampsia Foundation | Charitable | $60,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Charitable | $60,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation Inc | Charitable | $55,000 |
| Americans for Immigrant Justice | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Aopa Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Building Futures | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Greater la Zoo Association | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Grey Muzzle Organization | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Last Prisoner Project | Charitable | $50,000 |
| March for Our Lives Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | Maui strong fund | $50,000 |
| Silicon Valley Community Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Oakland Promise | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Petsmart Charities | Charitable | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Malachowsky
- Melody Malachowsky
Questions people ask
Does The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2024, across 165 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chris Malachowsky (Pres & Director) and Melody Malachowsky (Sec, Treas & Dir).
What does The Chris and Melody Malachowsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and animals.