The Christensen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Christensen Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Carlos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $524,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$524,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was down from $540,500 the year before.
24% of its 2025 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 | $767,000 | 45 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $540,500 | 37 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $524,000 | 38 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
The Christensen 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 Christensen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 37 | $519,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eastside College Prep | General | $60,000 |
| Epatt | General | $33,000 |
| Laughing Pony Rescue | General | $32,000 |
| Norcal Interscholastic Cycling | General | $30,000 |
| All About Equine Animal Rescue | General | $22,000 |
| Team Swift | General | $21,000 |
| Homeward Bound | General | $20,000 |
| Marin Charitable | General | $20,000 |
| Casa El Dorado County | General | $18,000 |
| SF Marin Food Bank | General | $16,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | General | $15,000 |
| Canal Alliance | General | $15,000 |
| Episcopal Impact Fund | General | $15,000 |
| Marshall Community Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General | $15,000 |
| The Guardsmen | General | $15,000 |
| 2nd Harvest Food Bank | General | $12,000 |
| El Dorado County German Shepher | General | $12,000 |
| Petaluma Wildlife Museum | General | $12,000 |
| Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue | General | $12,000 |
| Bay Area Cancer Connections | General | $10,000 |
| First Tee of Sacramento | General | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart School | General | $10,000 |
| Woodside Highschool Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Humane Society of Sonoma Cnty | General | $7,500 |
| Lily's Legacy | General | $7,500 |
| Mentor Me | General | $7,500 |
| Petaluma Small Craft Center | General | $7,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $5,000 |
| Caminar | General | $5,000 |
| In Alliance | General | $5,000 |
| PV Schools | General | $5,000 |
| San Mateo County Hist Assoc | General | $5,000 |
| San Mateo County Parks Foundatn | General | $5,000 |
| Life Moves | General | $4,500 |
| Seamless Bay Area | General | $1,000 |
| Spirit Care | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Christensen
- Andrew Christensen
- Gavin Christensen
- Maren Christensen
Questions people ask
Does The Christensen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Christensen Family Foundation give?
$524,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Christensen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Christensen (President), Andrew Christensen (Director), Gavin Christensen (Treasurer) and Maren Christensen (Secretary).
What does The Christensen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and animals.