The Daniel Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Daniel Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $262,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$262,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $195,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $195,000 | 12 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $262,000 | 14 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Daniel Legacy 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 Daniel Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $112,000 |
| New York | 3 | $80,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $45,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $50,000 |
| International Rescue Committee San Diego | General fund | $50,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Bard Prison Initiative | General fund | $20,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Assn | General fund | $20,000 |
| San Diego Squared | General fund | $20,000 |
| Rare | General fund | $15,000 |
| Surfriders Foundation | General fund | $15,000 |
| American Psychoanalytic | General fund | $10,000 |
| No More Deaths | General fund | $10,000 |
| San Diego American Indian | General fund | $10,000 |
| Trevor Project | General fund | $10,000 |
| Poetic Research Bureau | General fund | $5,000 |
| Torrey Pines Association | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas O Daniel
- Barbara Muenzen
Questions people ask
Does The Daniel Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Daniel Legacy Foundation give?
$262,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Daniel Legacy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas O Daniel (President, Director) and Barbara Muenzen (Treasurer, Secretary).
What does The Daniel Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.