The Picsha Foundation
Accepts applications
The Picsha Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $480,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$480,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $260,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,000 | 7 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 9 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $480,000 | 9 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jennifer Shaw 210 W 94th St Apt 5K, New York, NY 10025 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (206) 604-9151 |
| What to submit | Written request stating purpose for which the contribution will be used |
| Deadlines | June 1 |
| Restrictions | Special projects other than operating issues |
What The Picsha Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 4 | $240,000 |
| California | 2 | $120,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Seattle Club | General support | $100,000 |
| Sogorea Te Land Trust | General support | $100,000 |
| Redmond United Methodist Church | For redmond school break foodbox program | $100,000 |
| Food to Power | General support for efforts to promote food security | $50,000 |
| Texas Health Action | General support | $50,000 |
| Brooklyn Public Library | General support | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Oakland Public Library | General support | $20,000 |
| King County Library Services Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| The Seattle Public Library Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jessica Ahnert
- Marcus Morales
- Jennifer Shaw
- Nicholas Morales
- Taylor Phillips
Questions people ask
Does The Picsha Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: June 1.
How much does The Picsha Foundation give?
$480,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Picsha Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jessica Ahnert (Co-President), Marcus Morales (Co-President), Jennifer Shaw (Vice President) and Nicholas Morales (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Picsha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.