The Robert W Witter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert W Witter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $715,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$715,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $725,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $715,000 | 3 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $725,000 | 7 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $715,000 | 6 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
The Robert W Witter 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UC Berkeley Foundation | Men's Rugby | $200,000 |
| Friends of the Environment Inc | bahamas cave research foundation | $200,000 |
| UC Berkeley Foundation | Rugby Fund | $200,000 |
| UC Berkeley Foundation | Haas School of Business, Initiative | $50,000 |
| UC Berkeley Foundation | Women's Rugby | $50,000 |
| Destroyer Escort Historical Museum | general operations | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Witter
- Robert Witter Jr
- David Witter
Questions people ask
Does The Robert W Witter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert W Witter Family Foundation give?
$715,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs The Robert W Witter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Witter (Cfo), Robert Witter Jr (Ceo) and David Witter (Secretary).