The Siegel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Siegel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$37,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was down from $58,750 the year before.
35% 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 | $85,600 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $58,750 | 16 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $37,000 | 17 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Siegel 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 Siegel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $16,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mizel Institute | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Shelburne Farms | Charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Public Counsel | Charitable contributions | $3,000 |
| Preserve Community Foundation | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Monterey County | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Library Foundation of Austin | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Shuman Hearthouse | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Mend | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| NRDC | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundations | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Unhcr | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Audubon Society | Chartiable conribution | $500 |
| ACLU Foundation | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Special Olympics Northern California | Charitable contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Siegel
- Katherine Siegel
- Alyssa Siegel
- Jeffrey Siegel
Questions people ask
Does The Siegel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Siegel Family Foundation give?
$37,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Siegel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Siegel (Trustee), Katherine Siegel (Trustee), Alyssa Siegel (Trustee) and Jeffrey Siegel (Trustee).
What does The Siegel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.