The Conrad Prebys Foundation
Accepts applications
The Conrad Prebys Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $54.9 million in 392 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $3.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$54.9 million
- Number of grants392
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$1.2 billion
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $53.7 million the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $53.7 million | 333 | $1.1 billion |
| 2024 | $54.9 million | 392 | $1.2 billion |
How to apply
| Contact | Director of Grantmaking 1420 Kettner Blvd Suite 700, San Diego, CA 92101 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (619) 860-2100 |
| What to submit, deadlines | https://www.prebysfdn.org/strategicplan contains details on the foundation's grantmaking program. |
| Restrictions | Our strategic plan organizes the work into four programs driven by mr. Prebys' instructions and giving during his lifetime: visual and performing arts, youth success, healthcare, and medical research. As of 2024, our approach will put a priority on cocreating grants with partners in the community that align with our issue area goals. This will entail an ongoing grantmaking process rather than set grant cycles. We will use many different grantmaking tools as appropriate, including open applications, requests for proposals, invitationonly processes, and community-led grantmaking. We commit to rolling out these different processes and sharing information about funding opportunities throughout the year. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Conrad Prebys Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 378 | $53.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $147,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $40,000 |
| Ohio | 4 | $39,792 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- Alan Sorkin
- Constance Carroll
- Dan Yates
- Gil Alvarado
- Grant Oliphant
- Irma Cota
- Mary Walshok
- Paula Cordeiro
- Peter Ellsworth
- Victoria Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does The Conrad Prebys Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: https://www.prebysfdn.org/strategicplan contains details on the foundation's grantmaking program..
How much does The Conrad Prebys Foundation give?
$54.9 million in tax year 2024, across 392 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Conrad Prebys Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan Sorkin (Secretary), Constance Carroll (Director), Dan Yates (President) and Gil Alvarado (Cfo) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Conrad Prebys Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.