The Sweazey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sweazey Foundation is a private foundation in Atherton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $102,030 | 12 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 11 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 10 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Sweazey 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 Sweazey Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Tennis Advantage | Charitable donation | $35,000 |
| Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance | Charitable donation | $30,000 |
| Kqed | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Marshmallow Minds | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Foundation | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| The Olympic Club Foundation | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Hoover Institution | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| The Art of Yoga Project | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Menlo Park - Atherton Education Foundation | Charitable donation | $4,000 |
| Bay Area Cancer Connections | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Sweazey
- Kathleen Sweazey
Questions people ask
Does The Sweazey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sweazey Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Sweazey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Sweazey (Trustee) and Kathleen Sweazey (Trustee).
What does The Sweazey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.