The Donna L Kendall Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Donna L Kendall Foundation is a private foundation in Corona del Mar, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,200 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $875 and the largest $161,000. 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$213,200
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$875
- Largest grant$161,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $187,157 the year before.
38% 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 | $212,134 | 12 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $187,157 | 7 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $213,200 | 8 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Donna L Kendall 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 Donna L Kendall Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $161,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 4 | $2,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philharmonic Society of Orange County | Unrestricted support for symphony performances | $161,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra Assn | Ongoing support for symphony performances | $25,000 |
| Royal College of Music | Direct support for bruckner 7 performance | $25,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Guild | Unrestricted support | $1,400 |
| National Audubon Society | Unrestricted support | $350 |
| Metropolitan Opera Club | Unrestricted support for symphony performances | $250 |
| Nscda Dumbarton House | Unrestricted support for nscda | $100 |
| Am Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Unrestricted support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David Browning
- Donna L Kendall
- Clifton A Leonhardt
Questions people ask
Does The Donna L Kendall Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Donna L Kendall Foundation give?
$213,200 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $875.
Who runs The Donna L Kendall Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Browning (Trustee), Donna L Kendall (Trustee) and Clifton A Leonhardt (Trustee).
What does The Donna L Kendall Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.