The Grace Nixon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Grace Nixon Foundation is a private foundation in Walnut Creek, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $453,075 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $7,250 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$453,075
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$7,250
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $422,000 the year before.
32% 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 | $415,000 | 36 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $422,000 | 42 | $10.1 million |
| 2025 | $453,075 | 44 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
The Grace Nixon 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 Grace Nixon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 37 | $405,575 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crossway Church | General support | $50,000 |
| ZOE International Ministries | General support | $38,875 |
| Individual | General support | $35,000 |
| The Lighthouse - A Place of Refuge | General Support | $25,000 |
| Individual | General support | $21,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $20,500 |
| Jems | General support | $19,200 |
| Japanese American National Museum | General Support | $17,000 |
| Chico State Enterprises | General Support | $15,000 |
| Liberated Learning Community | General Support | $12,500 |
| Little Toyko Service Center | General Support | $12,000 |
| Go for Broke National Education Cen | General Support | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | General Support | $10,000 |
| North Bay Children's Center | General Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $10,000 |
| SFV Japanese American Community Cen | General Support | $10,000 |
| Juice | General Support | $8,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | General Support | $7,500 |
| Southwest Wildlife Foundation of Ut | General Support | $7,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General Support | $7,500 |
| Meals on Wheels Diablo Region | General Support | $7,500 |
| Fred Korematsu Institute | General Support | $7,000 |
| Dawn of Hope | General Support | $7,000 |
| Cate School | General Support | $7,000 |
| K9s for Warriors | General Support | $7,000 |
| The Milo Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| SCV Pregnancy Center | General Support | $5,000 |
| The Claremont Forum | General Support | $5,000 |
| Krysalis Christian Ministries | General Support | $5,000 |
| Occidental College | General Support | $5,000 |
| Guardians Support Center Inc | General Support | $5,000 |
| La Roca Ministries | General Support | $5,000 |
| Bridge to Home | Public Support | $4,000 |
| Team | General Support | $3,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,500 |
| Christian Assembly Church | General Support | $2,500 |
| Paws for Life K9 Rescue | General Support | $2,500 |
| Individual | Public Support | $2,500 |
| CAST for Kids Foundation | General Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jan Ohye
- Robert K Taylor
- Anthony Kim
- J Dennis McQuaid
- Michael H White
- Jill Arakawa
- Gregory G Oda
Questions people ask
Does The Grace Nixon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grace Nixon Foundation give?
$453,075 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $7,250.
Who runs The Grace Nixon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jan Ohye (Director), Robert K Taylor (Treasurer), Anthony Kim (Vice President) and J Dennis McQuaid (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Grace Nixon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.