The Kirchner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kirchner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Red Bluff, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $108,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$108,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $111,000 the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $111,000 | 13 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 23 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Kirchner 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 Kirchner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $49,000 |
| Virginia | 7 | $29,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $22,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Legal Foundation | General Support | $20,000 |
| Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Foundation | General Support | $20,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General Support | $11,000 |
| The National Right to Work and Lega | General support | $11,000 |
| National Legal and Policy Center | General Support | $6,000 |
| Sportsman Alliance Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| American Policy Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Grid Alternatives | General support | $4,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General support | $4,000 |
| Citizens Against Govt Waste | General Support | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | General Support | $2,000 |
| Pro English | General Support | $2,000 |
| Aim High | General Support | $1,000 |
| Young Americas Foundation | General Support | $1,000 |
| Mercy High School | General Support | $1,000 |
| Freedom Center | General Support | $1,000 |
| National Right to Work | General Support | $1,000 |
| Ashbrook | General Support | $1,000 |
| Seneca Hospital Auxiliary | General Support | $1,000 |
| CO2 Coalition | General Support | $1,000 |
| American Battlefield Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| Mercy Foundation North | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Kirchner
- Jason F Kirchner
Questions people ask
Does The Kirchner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kirchner Family Foundation give?
$108,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Kirchner Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard C Kirchner (Ceo) and Jason F Kirchner (Sec./CFO).
What does The Kirchner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.