The Kelvin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kelvin Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $103,572 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $4,154 and the largest $72,500. 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$103,572
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$4,154
- Largest grant$72,500
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $338,172 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $338,172 | 23 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $103,572 | 9 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
The Kelvin 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 Kelvin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $92,006 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $4,841 |
| New York | 1 | $1,725 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | General support | $72,500 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | General support | $9,000 |
| Eisenhower Med Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Healthnetwork | General support | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | General support | $4,154 |
| Princeton University | General support | $3,804 |
| Art Horizon International | General support | $1,725 |
| Palm Springs International Film Fes | General support | $1,352 |
| Princetonians for Free Speech | General support | $1,037 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Bechmann
- Carol Olsen
- Dare Ventresca
- Guyan Tigha
Questions people ask
Does The Kelvin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kelvin Foundation give?
$103,572 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $4,154.
Who runs The Kelvin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Bechmann (President), Carol Olsen (Director), Dare Ventresca (Director) and Guyan Tigha (Director).
What does The Kelvin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and international.