Told Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Told Foundation is a private foundation in Camarillo, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.3 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$5.3 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$66.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
59% 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 | $2.4 million | 18 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 22 | $66.1 million |
How to apply
Told 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 Told Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $2.9 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $575,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $80,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Lutheran University | To fund ahmanson science center support and center for nonprofit leadership operational support; to fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipient's mission | $1.2 million |
| University of Denver | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $575,000 |
| Csuci Foundation | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $464,935 |
| Kidstream Children's Museum | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $250,000 |
| To Arts | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $200,000 |
| California State University Northridge Foundation | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $150,000 |
| Museum of Ventura County | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $150,000 |
| Ventura Co Community Foundation | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $150,000 |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church in America | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $80,000 |
| The Moorpark College Foundation | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Camarillo | To fund staff development grant | $50,000 |
| American Heart Association | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $35,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County | To fund building capacity around bigs grant | $25,000 |
| Cancer Support Community | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $25,000 |
| Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families | To fund nonpublic special education school (nps) | $25,000 |
| Studio Channel Islands Art Center | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $25,000 |
| Food Share Ventura County | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $10,000 |
| Livingston Memorial Visiting | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $10,000 |
| Ventura College Foundation | To fund basic needs pantry at ventura college | $10,000 |
| Ventura County Leadership Academy | To fund general operating expenses to fulfill the recipients mission | $10,000 |
| Channel Islands Maritime Museum | To fund maritime educational programs | $3,000 |
| Joel & Frances McCrea Ranch Foundation | To fund interpretive educational programs | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roderick F Gilbert
- William E Robe
- Holly C Cole
- William R Steele
Questions people ask
Does Told Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Told Foundation give?
$5.3 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Told Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roderick F Gilbert (President/Director), William E Robe (Secretary/Director), Holly C Cole (Director) and William R Steele (Cfo/Director).
What does Told Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.