The Lakeview Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lakeview Foundation is a private foundation in Greenbrae, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.3 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$5.3 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.1 million the year before.
16% 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 | $6.1 million | 42 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 25 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The Lakeview 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 Lakeview Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $3.9 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 3 | $265,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Hospital Association | General support | $1.0 million |
| Ritter House | General support | $1.0 million |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $1.0 million |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | General support | $500,000 |
| Stanford University | General support | $500,000 |
| College of Marin Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| Team Rubicon | General support | $200,000 |
| Larkspur Library Endowment Fund and Foundation | General support | $110,000 |
| Marin Horizon School | General support | $100,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $100,000 |
| Marin Community Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Smith College | General support | $50,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General support | $50,000 |
| Vivalon (Healthy Aging Center) | General support | $50,000 |
| Blue Bear School of Music | General support | $15,000 |
| Redwoods Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Bay Area Wilderness Training | General support | $12,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles | General support | $10,000 |
| Imagine Worldwide | General support | $10,000 |
| Marin County Office of Education | General support | $10,000 |
| Marin Humane Society | General support | $10,000 |
| Marin Mammal Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Sure We Can | General support | $10,000 |
| Flatbush Cats | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Schow
- Melanie Schow
- Jack Schow
- Amanda Schow
- Susan Schow
- Farah Schow
- Roger Schow
- Sam Schow
Questions people ask
Does The Lakeview Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lakeview Foundation give?
$5.3 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Lakeview Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Schow (Cfo / Director), Melanie Schow (Director), Jack Schow (Director) and Amanda Schow (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Lakeview Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and education.