The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $176,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$176,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,500 the year before.
64% of its 2025 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 | $102,000 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $155,500 | 20 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $176,000 | 25 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The Edward and Constance Barthold 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 Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $69,500 |
| Nevada | 2 | $37,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $16,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Classical Tahoe | Educational programs that inspire, connect, and transform lives. | $30,000 |
| Para Los Ninos | Helps children and families in poverty through education | $16,000 |
| Community Pure Water Foundation | Works with rural communities to make safe drinking water affordable and accessible | $15,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | Children's health | $10,000 |
| Fyera Foundation | Sustainable development-provety, hunger, health and well-beinng, gender equality | $10,000 |
| Heart Africa | Women's health | $10,000 |
| Gurumay Metaversity | Focused on consciousness and holistic wellness. | $10,000 |
| Everyday Canvassing | Community engagement through door-knocking & listening to residents | $10,000 |
| Sierra Community House | Family strengthening & crisis intervention | $7,500 |
| Santa Cruz Parent Educ Nursery School | Children education | $6,000 |
| Axelson Foundation | Veteran support | $5,000 |
| Placer Community Foundation | Public support | $5,000 |
| Placer Land Trust | Environmental | $5,000 |
| World Relief | Support afghani refugees | $5,000 |
| Level Ground | Supports sustained spaces for artists and their communities | $5,000 |
| The Gathering Inn | Supports people experiencing homelessness through shelter | $5,000 |
| Lifeline Horse Rescue and Rehabiliation | Rescues abused, neglected, abandoned, and at-risk horses | $5,000 |
| Tqamp | Supports safer & more inclusive camps/youth spaces | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Truckee | Animal rescue | $2,500 |
| Slo Foodbank | Provides food assistance & hunger relief | $2,500 |
| Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | Supports gorilla conservation | $2,000 |
| San Jose State Athletics | Supports san jos state baseball student-athletes | $1,500 |
| Charity Navigator | Miscellaneous | $1,000 |
| National Geographic | Science, exploration, education and story-telling | $1,000 |
| Variety Children's Fund | Supports local variety chapters and programs for underprivileged & disabled children | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon Ringold
- Christine Ryland
Questions people ask
Does The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation give?
$176,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gordon Ringold (Chief Financial Officer/Secretary) and Christine Ryland (President).
What does The Edward and Constance Barthold Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.