Upjohn California Fund
Accepts applications
Upjohn California Fund is a private foundation in Carmel Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $45,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$60,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $57,000 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $63,500 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $57,000 | 8 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $60,500 | 7 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Cynthia W Hertlein PO Box 90, Carmel Valley, CA 93924-0090 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (831) 659-2115 |
| What to submit | Letter setting forth the grant amount and purpose. Include IRS determination letter and most recent annual financial statements and program budget.Include the mailing address and tax identification number of the requesting organization.Grants are awarded in September or October. |
| Deadlines | August 31 |
| Restrictions | Tax exempt organizations only (no individuals). |
What Upjohn California Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $60,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey County Gives | challenge grants | $45,000 |
| California Missions Foundation | school field trips | $3,000 |
| Individual | general support | $3,000 |
| Individual | theraputic warm water exercise programs | $3,000 |
| Salinas Regional Sports Authority | support sports complex | $2,500 |
| Carmel Valley Historical Society | exhibits | $2,000 |
| St Marys by the Sea Episcopal Chu | food pantry | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia W Hertlein
- Nettie Porter
- Lori Silver
- Janyce Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Upjohn California Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: August 31.
How much does Upjohn California Fund give?
$60,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Upjohn California Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia W Hertlein (President Director), Nettie Porter (VP), Lori Silver (Secretary) and Janyce Anderson (Treasurer).
What does Upjohn California Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.