The Trefethen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Trefethen Foundation is a private foundation in Emeryville, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $4,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$4,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$54,788
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $4,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $4,000 | 2 | $77,587 |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 2 | $54,788 |
How to apply
The Trefethen 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 Trefethen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation | To support vineyard workers through education and professional development | $2,000 |
| San Francisco-Marin Food Bank | To support feeding of indigent and food deprived persons | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John V Trefethen
- Carla T Saunders
- John J Crncich
- Loren E Trefethen
- Colin Saunders
Questions people ask
Does The Trefethen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Trefethen Foundation give?
$4,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Trefethen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John V Trefethen (President and Ceo), Carla T Saunders (Vice President), John J Crncich (Cfo and Secretary) and Loren E Trefethen (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Trefethen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.