The Klingbeil Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Klingbeil Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $432,426 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $215,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$432,426
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$215,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $174,540 the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $197,500 | 34 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $174,540 | 29 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $432,426 | 27 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Klingbeil 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 Klingbeil Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $237,500 |
| California | 11 | $94,180 |
| Ohio | 8 | $85,746 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Land Institute Foundation | Support programs, research, etc. | $215,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | To provide support for ohio state un | $58,246 |
| Order of Malta | To serve the poor and the sick | $19,680 |
| Direct Relief Foundation | Improve the health and lives of peop | $15,000 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | Provide food to residents in need | $15,000 |
| Western Dominican Province | To teach and defend the faith | $15,000 |
| 826 Valencia | To support under-resourced students | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Provide medical assistance to popula | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of Am | Advance reproductive health care, ad | $10,000 |
| San Francisco-Marin Food Bank | Provide food assistance to the needy | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | To prevent and alleviate suffering | $5,000 |
| Balletmet | Support exceptional dance experience | $5,000 |
| Mid-Ohio Foodbank | Provide food to local families in ne | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio | Advance reproductive health care, ad | $5,000 |
| Tree Street Youth | Create youth-centered programs | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Provide meals in crises | $5,000 |
| Worthington Resource Pantry | Provide food assistance to the needy | $5,000 |
| Shelterbox USA | Provide families with shelter | $5,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services Faith Miss | Provide meals and temporary housing | $3,000 |
| Community Shelter Board | Give families a second chance at saf | $2,500 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Provide financial assistance and lif | $2,500 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital TWIG3 | Support academic pediatric medical | $2,000 |
| Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem F | Provide support for poor families | $1,500 |
| Becket Law | Defend americans' religious libertie | $1,000 |
| St Dominics Catholic Church | Support ministries & programs of the | $1,000 |
| Extra Food | To alleviate hunger in san francisco | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | Provide services in local communitie | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Klingbeil
- Sally A Mavko Klingbeil
Questions people ask
Does The Klingbeil Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Klingbeil Family Foundation give?
$432,426 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Klingbeil Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James D Klingbeil (President) and Sally A Mavko Klingbeil (Secretary/Cf).
What does The Klingbeil Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and food and hunger.