The Yosemite Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Yosemite Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Montecito, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,200 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $13,200 and the largest $13,200. 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$13,200
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$13,200
- Largest grant$13,200
- Assets$32,422
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,325 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 | $14,600 | 1 | $11,209 |
| 2024 | $13,325 | 1 | $5,209 |
| 2025 | $13,200 | 1 | $32,422 |
How to apply
The Yosemite Charitable 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 Yosemite Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $13,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yosemite Conservancy | General support | $13,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald M Fuhrer
- Susan J Fuhrer
- Alex M Fuhrer
- Jonathan M Fuhrer
- Michelle L Fuhrer
Questions people ask
Does The Yosemite Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yosemite Charitable Foundation give?
$13,200 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $13,200.
Who runs The Yosemite Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald M Fuhrer (President/Director), Susan J Fuhrer (Secretary-Treasurer/Direct), Alex M Fuhrer (Vice President/Director) and Jonathan M Fuhrer (Vice President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Yosemite Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.