Vernon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vernon Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $275,080 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$275,080
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was up from $255,000 the year before.
84% 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 | $255,000 | 5 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $275,080 | 19 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Vernon Family 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 Vernon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $165,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maine | 6 | $20,000 |
| California | 3 | $18,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,080 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Youth Organization | General use | $100,000 |
| American Friends of Maru-A-Pula Inc | General use | $50,000 |
| Heights Philadelphia | General use | $25,000 |
| City Athletics | General use | $20,000 |
| Mattie N Dixon Community Cupboard | General use | $10,000 |
| Donors Choose | General use | $10,000 |
| San Francisco Education Fund | General use | $10,000 |
| Givecampus | General use | $10,000 |
| Germantown Academy | General use | $10,000 |
| Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center | General use | $8,000 |
| Richmond District | General use | $5,000 |
| Season of Sharing Fund | General use | $3,000 |
| My Place Teen Center | General use | $3,000 |
| Maine Locker Project | General use | $3,000 |
| Maine Needs | General use | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine | General use | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General use | $1,080 |
| Portland Trails | General use | $1,000 |
| Network for Good | General use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter F Vernon
- William A V McRae
- Timothy R Vernon
Questions people ask
Does Vernon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vernon Family Foundation give?
$275,080 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Vernon Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter F Vernon (Trustee), William A V McRae (Trustee) and Timothy R Vernon (Trustee).
What does Vernon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.