Volckmann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Volckmann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Redwood City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$11,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$776
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12,500 the year before.
80% of its 2025 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 | $36,000 | 13 | $28,062 |
| 2024 | $12,500 | 4 | $11,211 |
| 2025 | $11,000 | 5 | $776 |
How to apply
Volckmann 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Embarcadero Media Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Live In Peace Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Journey Home Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Menlo Church | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Art of Yoga Project | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cheryl Neal Volckmann
- Jeffrey Volckmann
Questions people ask
Does Volckmann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Volckmann Family Foundation give?
$11,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Volckmann Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cheryl Neal Volckmann (President) and Jeffrey Volckmann (Cfo).