The Kingfisher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kingfisher Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $810,311 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $248,100. 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$810,311
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$248,100
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $524,574 the year before.
11% 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 | $798,194 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $524,574 | 11 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $810,311 | 9 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
The Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $352,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $248,100 |
| Washington | 1 | $110,211 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $60,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan Art Museum | General Support | $248,100 |
| Sustainable Conservation | General Support | $125,000 |
| Blakemore Foundation | General Support | $110,211 |
| California Water Data Consortium | General Support | $100,000 |
| San Mateo Resource Conservation Dis | General Support | $75,000 |
| International Seafood Sustainabilit | General Support | $60,000 |
| Multiplier | General Support | $40,000 |
| EPIC Environ Policy Innovation Cent | General Support | $40,000 |
| Public Policy Institute of Californ | General Support | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy D Dattels
- Kristine M Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Kingfisher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kingfisher Foundation give?
$810,311 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Kingfisher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy D Dattels (Trustee) and Kristine M Johnson (Trustee).
What does The Kingfisher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.