The Jenifer Altman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jenifer Altman Foundation is a private foundation in Bolinas, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,250 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,125 and the largest $251,500. 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$260,250
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,125
- Largest grant$251,500
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $258,975 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $254,000 | 3 | $6.2 million |
| 2023 | $258,975 | 4 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $260,250 | 4 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Jenifer Altman 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Jenifer Altman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $254,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Commonweal | General support | $251,500 |
| Environmental Grantmakers Associati | Funder education | $3,500 |
| Virginia Organizing Inc | General support | $2,750 |
| Biodiversity Funders Group | Funder education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Lerner
- Pete Myers
- Nsedu Obot Witherspoon
- Elise Miller
- Stephen Curwood
- Ann Blake
Questions people ask
Does The Jenifer Altman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jenifer Altman Foundation give?
$260,250 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,125.
Who runs The Jenifer Altman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Lerner (President), Pete Myers (Member), Nsedu Obot Witherspoon (Member) and Elise Miller (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Jenifer Altman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.