The Meadowview Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Meadowview Foundation is a private foundation in San Rafael, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $14.0 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $2.5 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$14.0 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$160 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12.0 million the year before.
24% 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 | $12.0 million | 25 | $156 million |
| 2024 | $14.0 million | 18 | $160 million |
How to apply
The Meadowview 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 Meadowview Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $11.6 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $350,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's College of Ca | Building new library | $2.5 million |
| Habitat for Humanity East Baysilicon Valley | For esperanza | $2.0 million |
| Marine Mammal Center | General support | $1.5 million |
| Uc Davis School of Vet Medicine | For feline care - equipment and fellowship | $1.3 million |
| Oakland Zoo | General support | $1.0 million |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation | General support | $1.0 million |
| Wildcare (San Rafael) | General support | $1.0 million |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane helene & milton victims | $1.0 million |
| Baker Institute for Children With Hearing Loss | For cochlear implants for children in need around the world | $500,000 |
| Children of the Night | General support | $500,000 |
| American Red Cross | Northern california fire disasters | $500,000 |
| University of Southern California | General support | $400,000 |
| Stephen Stiller Tunnels to Tower Foundation | General support | $350,000 |
| Uc Davis School of Vet Medicine | Rift valley fever | $200,000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Lmu campus ministry | $100,000 |
| National Search Dog Foundation | Sponsor 2 dogs; the rest is unrestricted | $50,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Vets Helping Heros | General support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim W Bessolo
- Christine Y Wiskemann
- Esther B Wiskemann Torres
Questions people ask
Does The Meadowview Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Meadowview Foundation give?
$14.0 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs The Meadowview Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kim W Bessolo (President & Director), Christine Y Wiskemann (Vice Pres., Secretary & Di) and Esther B Wiskemann Torres (Treasurer & Director).
What does The Meadowview Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and animals.