The Griffith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Griffith Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Rafael, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,650 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$125,650
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $121,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $152,750 | 73 | $2.7 million |
| 2023 | $121,000 | 60 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $125,650 | 65 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
The Griffith 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 Griffith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 64 | $125,150 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Exploratorium | General | $15,000 |
| Huckleberry Youth Programs | General | $10,000 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | General | $8,000 |
| Chronicle Season of Sharing | General | $5,000 |
| College of Marin | General | $5,000 |
| Foundation of City College | General | $5,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | General | $5,000 |
| Telegraph Hill Association | General | $5,000 |
| Belvedere Community Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco | General | $3,000 |
| Kqed | General | $3,000 |
| California Trout | General | $2,500 |
| Greenlight Clinic | General | $2,500 |
| Henry's Fork Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| San Francisco Ballet | General | $2,500 |
| San Francisco Host Committee | General | $2,500 |
| San Francisco Museum Modern Art | General | $2,500 |
| Glide Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Next Generation Scholars | General | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Maritime Museum | General | $2,000 |
| Pacific Vision Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| Project Open Hand | General | $1,500 |
| Save the Redwoods League | General | $1,500 |
| Spaulding Marine Center | General | $1,500 |
| 10000 Degrees | General | $1,000 |
| Belvedere Concerts in the Park | General | $1,000 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Belvedere Tiburon Library Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Burke School | General | $1,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Climate Center | General | $1,000 |
| Concerts in the Park | General | $1,000 |
| Drawbridge | General | $1,000 |
| Enterprise for Youth | General | $1,000 |
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy | General | $1,000 |
| Guide Dogs for Blind | General | $1,000 |
| Marin Health (Raccoons) | General | $1,000 |
| Marin Villages | General | $1,000 |
| Marine Mammal Center | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara G Griffith
- Sara G Tevebaugh
Questions people ask
Does The Griffith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Griffith Family Foundation give?
$125,650 in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Griffith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sara G Griffith (Chair) and Sara G Tevebaugh (Trustee).
What does The Griffith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.