The Tweten Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tweten Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $108,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$108,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$57,364
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $29,550 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $29,550 | 4 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 7 | $57,364 |
How to apply
The Tweten 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 Tweten Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $20,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $83,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Lucia Conservancy Sana Lucia Conservancy | Support and protect environment | $50,000 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation Eisenhower Health Foundation | Support campaign for new cardiovascu | $25,000 |
| Whale Sanctuary Project Whale Sanctuary Project | Support marine life sanctuaries | $20,000 |
| SPCA of Monterey County SPCA of Monterey County | Support care of stray/abused animals | $6,000 |
| Alzheimer Drug Discovery Foundation Alzheimer Drug Discovery Foundation | To support alzheimer's research | $5,000 |
| Cancer Help Desk Cancer Help Desk | Support cancer research | $1,000 |
| Seeing Spots Farm Seeing Spots Farm | Nature education and preservation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Rutledge Tweten
- Matthew McCutchen
- Julia Burt
- James Gallaugher
Questions people ask
Does The Tweten Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tweten Foundation give?
$108,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Tweten Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rebecca Rutledge Tweten (President), Matthew McCutchen (Vice-Preside), Julia Burt (Treasurer) and James Gallaugher (Secretary).
What does The Tweten Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and science and research.