The McCabe Walls Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McCabe Walls Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lafayette, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $804,900 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $225,000. 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$804,900
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$18.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $753,412 the year before.
38% 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 | $73,500 | 11 | $16.4 million |
| 2024 | $753,412 | 30 | $17.1 million |
| 2025 | $804,900 | 16 | $18.2 million |
How to apply
The McCabe Walls 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 McCabe Walls Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $477,900 |
| Missouri | 1 | $122,000 |
| New York | 1 | $85,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Davis Foundation | Education | $225,000 |
| Be the Change Volunteers | Education | $122,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Conservation | $100,000 |
| Exeter University US Foundation | Education | $85,000 |
| Kqed | The arts | $50,000 |
| Western Rivers Conservatany | Conservation | $50,000 |
| Bay Area Video Center Media | The arts | $35,000 |
| The Deschutes and Trust | Conservation | $25,000 |
| Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor E | Conservation | $25,000 |
| Angels of the Amazon | Education | $20,000 |
| Grow Concord | Youth development | $20,000 |
| Ebarr (East Bay Animal Rescue & Ref | Animal rescue | $15,000 |
| Marine Mammal Center | Animal welfare | $15,000 |
| Diablo Equestrian Heritage Associat | Education | $10,000 |
| Hungry Tailz Rescue | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| Stardust Sanctuary | Animal rescue | $2,900 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Walls
- Michelle Walls
- Delaney Walls
- Makenna Walls Medellin
Questions people ask
Does The McCabe Walls Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McCabe Walls Family Foundation give?
$804,900 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The McCabe Walls Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Walls (President), Michelle Walls (Vice Preside), Delaney Walls (Secretary) and Makenna Walls Medellin (Treasurer).
What does The McCabe Walls Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.