The Valentine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Valentine Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake Village, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $975,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $212,500 and the largest $350,000. 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$975,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$212,500
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $940,000 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 | $850,000 | 5 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $940,000 | 5 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $975,000 | 4 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Valentine 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Valentine Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $350,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $225,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Mens Christian Association of | General support | $350,000 |
| University of Miami Rosenstiel Scho | General support | $225,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General support | $200,000 |
| Kettering University | General support | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Malcolm G Meador
- Frank Perna
- Philip Panitz
- Francis Dawson
- Clint Howard
- Craig Trask
Questions people ask
Does The Valentine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Valentine Foundation give?
$975,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $212,500.
Who runs The Valentine Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Malcolm G Meador (President/Di), Frank Perna (Treasurer/Di), Philip Panitz (Secretary/Di) and Francis Dawson (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Valentine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.