The Depolo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Depolo Foundation is a private foundation in Orinda, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $202,400 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$202,400
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $237,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $121,900 | 24 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $237,000 | 27 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $202,400 | 24 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Depolo 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 Depolo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 22 | $192,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $8,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bay Area Urban Network | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church | Operating expenses | $26,000 |
| Mount Hermon Association | Operating expenses | $24,000 |
| Face | Operating expenses | $14,000 |
| Character Choice | Operating expenses | $8,000 |
| WellSpring | Operating expenses | $8,000 |
| Loaves and Fishes | Operating expenses | $8,000 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa County | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Operating expenses | $6,000 |
| Heartstrings Counseling | operating expenses | $5,000 |
| East Bay Times Share the Spirit | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Bay Area Rescue Mission | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Oakland | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Young Life Diablo Valley | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| City Team | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| United World Mission | Operating expenses | $2,400 |
| Harbor House | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Children Rising | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| C 4 Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| John Muir Health Foundation | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Women Sing | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Hope Hospice | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Orinda Community Foundation | Operating expenses | $500 |
| ALS Network | Operating expense | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary L Depolo
- Jeffrey W Depolo
- Brian K Depolo
- David A Depolo
Questions people ask
Does The Depolo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Depolo Foundation give?
$202,400 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Depolo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary L Depolo (Chairman), Jeffrey W Depolo (Vice Chairman), Brian K Depolo (Treasurer) and David A Depolo (Secretary).
What does The Depolo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.