The Greathouse Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Greathouse Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $820,645 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,250 and the largest $150,000. 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$820,645
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,250
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$19.2 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $625,370 the year before.
83% 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 | $659,000 | 16 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $625,370 | 20 | $16.5 million |
| 2025 | $820,645 | 24 | $19.2 million |
How to apply
The Greathouse 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 Greathouse Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $595,645 |
| Georgia | 1 | $150,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic Neuroma Assn | Medical research for acoustic neuroma | $150,000 |
| Lucille Packard Dr Campen | Nf1 research | $137,500 |
| Stanford Univ Dr Ashley | Research artificial organ transplants | $100,000 |
| Stanford Univ Dr Leeper | Cvd and relation to cancer--research | $87,500 |
| Stanford Univ Shoup Fund | Research small cell lung cancer | $50,000 |
| Students Rising Above | Education resources for first gen students | $50,000 |
| Sutter Residency Program | Support for physican residency program | $50,000 |
| Individual | Help bring christmas to families going through temporary hardship | $40,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Support for pasadena fire victims | $40,000 |
| Women's Money Matters | Providing financial, mentor, education services for underserved women and girls | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department | Support of ongoing programs | $20,000 |
| Laumc - Compassion Week | Support of annual volunteer program | $10,500 |
| Safe Refuge | Support of ongoing programs | $10,000 |
| William Jessup Univ Nursing Scholarship | Schoarship for nursing students | $10,000 |
| Keaton's Child Alliance | Unrestricted grant used for general support | $5,500 |
| Cardiac Therapyheart Fit for Life | Cardiac rehabilitation services | $5,000 |
| NF Northeast | Support for families with neurofibromatosis | $5,000 |
| Laumc - Art Changes US | Art instruction for first gen students | $5,000 |
| Future Now Media Foundation | Support of ongoing programs | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Support for families with food insecurity | $4,635 |
| Aging Up | Support of ongoing programs | $2,510 |
| Lincoln Public Safety Foundation | Support of ongoing programs | $2,500 |
| Placer Justice Foundation | Financial support for survivors, victims and organizations | $2,500 |
| Loomis Basin Christmas Baskets | Support of ongoing programs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Greathouse
- Kenneth Greathouse
- Jeff Greathouse
Questions people ask
Does The Greathouse Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Greathouse Family Foundation give?
$820,645 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,250.
Who runs The Greathouse Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Greathouse (President), Kenneth Greathouse (Secretary/Trustee) and Jeff Greathouse (Exec Director).
What does The Greathouse Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.