The Krause Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Krause Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $866,537 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $23,000 and the largest $127,907. 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$866,537
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$23,000
- Largest grant$127,907
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $648,500 the year before.
21% 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 | $648,500 | 18 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $866,537 | 21 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
The Krause 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 Krause Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $533,597 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $185,295 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $145,645 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Citadel Foundation | To promote student,faculty,athletics | $127,907 |
| Pennsylvania State University | To help student succeed | $125,645 |
| Foothill Deanza Foundation | To promote highest level of student | $113,723 |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation | To enchance health of community | $100,000 |
| Foothill Deanza Foundation | To promote highest level of students | $98,651 |
| Foothill Deanza Foundation | To promote highest level of student | $75,862 |
| The Citadel Foundation | To promote student,faculty,athletics | $32,388 |
| Children Now | To fights for kids in california | $30,000 |
| The Citadel Foundation | To promote student,faculty,athletics | $25,000 |
| YMCA of Silicon Valley | Provide programs to community | $25,000 |
| Los Altos Community Foundation | To create vibrant community | $23,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University | To help student succeed | $20,000 |
| Computer History Museum | Preserve artifacts of computing | $16,000 |
| Foothill Deanza Foundation | To promote highest level of students | $10,000 |
| The Tech Interactive | To inspire innovators to change | $10,000 |
| Global Conservation | To save national parks | $10,000 |
| Los Altos Stage Company | Celbrate performing art and artists | $8,000 |
| Sillicon Valley Community Fndtn | Provide resources for familes in sv | $7,000 |
| Foothill Deanza Foundation | To promote highest level of student | $3,361 |
| Mt View Public Safety Foundation | To provide public safety | $3,000 |
| The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foun | Improving quality of life for spinal | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- L Gay Krause
- L William Krause
Questions people ask
Does The Krause Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Krause Foundation give?
$866,537 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $23,000.
Who runs The Krause Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists L Gay Krause (President) and L William Krause (Secretary /).
What does The Krause Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.