The Gap Foundation
Accepts applications
The Gap Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 713 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $329,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants713
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$329,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was up from $879,950 the year before.
51% 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 | $879,950 | 1,297 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 713 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Gap Foundation 2 Folsom Street 15th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (415) 427-7473 |
| What to submit | Written letter general information |
| Restrictions | Distributions made to entities exclusively for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational purposes. |
What The Gap Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 47 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 71 | $776,900 |
| Iowa | 3 | $150,850 |
| Georgia | 25 | $40,650 |
| New York | 61 | $36,400 |
| Florida | 43 | $31,950 |
| Illinois | 48 | $29,150 |
| Pennsylvania | 46 | $24,200 |
| Virginia | 14 | $16,800 |
| Puerto Rico | 17 | $16,000 |
| New Jersey | 32 | $13,850 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glide Foundation | For civic & community engagement | $329,000 |
| American Red Cross | For disaster preparation services | $150,000 |
| American Red Cross | For disaster preparation services | $100,000 |
| Accion Latina | For civic & community engagement | $55,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco | For civic & community engagement | $55,000 |
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy | For civic & community engagement | $55,000 |
| SF Safehouse | For shelter from domestic violence | $55,000 |
| Direct Relief | For disaster preparation services | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | For disaster preparation services | $50,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of America | For civic & community engagement | $21,000 |
| Twloha Inc | For health & nursing services | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society-Pennsylvania | For civic & community engagement | $12,100 |
| National Center for Missing and Exploited Children | For civic & community engagement | $10,500 |
| Childrens Hospital & Research Center Foundation | For health & nursing services | $10,000 |
| Pack People of Action Caring for Kids | For assistance to indigent families | $8,650 |
| Custom Education Foundation Inc | For civic & community engagement | $8,300 |
| Cards for Hospitalized Kids Inc | For health & nursing services | $7,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | For health & nursing services | $7,000 |
| Victor Pares Collazo | For civic & community engagement | $4,550 |
| The Childrens Aid Society | For civic & community engagement | $3,650 |
| Color A Smile Inc | For civic & community engagement | $3,600 |
| New York Common Pantry | For civic & community engagement | $3,300 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | For civic & community engagement | $3,200 |
| Voices for Children Foundation Inc | For civic & community engagement | $3,150 |
| Homes for the Homeless Inc | For civic & community engagement | $3,050 |
| Ivymount School Inc | Support for educational programs | $3,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,900 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | For civic & community engagement | $2,800 |
| Work Ready Chicago NFP | For civic & community engagement | $2,750 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | For environmental programs | $2,500 |
| Pads to Hope Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,400 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,350 |
| One Heart for Women and Children Inc | For womens empowerment | $2,300 |
| Cradles to Crayons Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,250 |
| Boys Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic Association Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,200 |
| Mission Norman Inc | For civic & community engagement | $2,150 |
| La Fondita de Jesus | For civic & community engagement | $2,050 |
| Movimiento Para El Alcance de Vida Independiente | For civic & community engagement | $2,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Tacoma | Support for educational programs | $1,950 |
| Chicago Youth Programs Inc | For civic & community engagement | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd Champeau
- Sam Matalka
- Sally Gilligan
- Dan Fibiger
- Chris Nelson
- Lexie Fisher George
- Tim Hemmert
- Doris F Fisher
- Kevin Releford Until May 2024
- Christopher Goble Until Oct 2024
Questions people ask
Does The Gap Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Gap Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 713 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Gap Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Todd Champeau (Secretary), Sam Matalka (Treasurer), Sally Gilligan (Trustee) and Dan Fibiger (President) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Gap Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, human services and youth programs.