Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation
Accepts applications
Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $27.9 million in 53 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $20.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$27.9 million
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$20.0 million
- Assets$199 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $23.0 million the year before.
55% 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 | $58.0 million | 47 | $262 million |
| 2023 | $23.0 million | 42 | $255 million |
| 2024 | $27.9 million | 53 | $199 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr Michael Desler Executive Directo 1939 Harrison Street Suite 510, Oakland, CA 94612-3532 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (510) 466-6060 |
| What to submit | Application should indicate the history of the organization's educational, religious, or charitable purpose and include the primary and/or purpose for which the grants will be used. |
| Restrictions | None - primary consideration is given to organizations principally serving the east bay area of san francisco. |
What Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 45 | $35.2 million |
| Oregon | 6 | $27.9 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University Foundation | The construction of the collaborative innovation complex second and third of five payments | $20.0 million |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory | Construction of wade academic hall 1st and 2nd payments of 3 | $8.0 million |
| Cal State East Bay Educational Foundation | Construction of applied sciences center - third of three payment | $5.0 million |
| Oregon State University Foundation | Additional funding for osu's chair in marine biology | $5.0 million |
| University Corporation of SF State University Aka San Francisco State Unive | Support of equipping and technology for science and innovation center | $5.0 million |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory | Construction of wade academic hall 3rd and final payment | $4.0 million |
| Head-Royce School | Renovation of lincoln site for STEM center and science classrooms 2nd and 3rd payments | $3.3 million |
| Mercy High School | First of two payments for support of athletic and student life center | $2.5 million |
| Oregon State University Foundation | Support for 4 endowments for professorships at osu's marine mammal institute | $2.1 million |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute | Equipping and furnishing the marine robotics instrumentation integration and testing facility final payment | $2.1 million |
| Schriners Hospital for Children Northern California | Development of the nursing care units project first of two payments | $1.3 million |
| Buck Institute for Research on Aging | 2nd of 3 payments for valley fellows fund | $1.0 million |
| Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose | Support for capital projects hvac, sewer & water lines, fire line | $750,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Support for center for translational vascular services | $510,008 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | First of three payments for second valley fellows fund for biohealth sciences | $500,000 |
| YMCA of the East Bay | For expansion of m. Robinson baker early childhood learning center | $300,000 |
| All May See Foundation | 1st of 2 payments for ophthalmology center for vision research institute campaign | $250,000 |
| Bay Scholars | Student scholarships (tuition assistance) for catholic high scools in bay area | $250,000 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | The osu basic needs center for the 2025 school year | $100,000 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | The osu basic needs center for the 2025-26 school year | $100,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Medicine fellowships in neurology neuromuscular medicine for three years | $66,667 |
| Bio-Link Depot | Support of donating and deliveries of scientific materals to steam educators for 2024.2025 school year | $55,000 |
| Bio-Link Depot | Support of donating and deliveries of scientific materals to steam educators for 2024.2025 school year | $55,000 |
| Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area | First of three annual payments towards general operating budget | $50,000 |
| Famiy Aid - Catholic Education (Face) Aka Roman Catholic Welfare Corp of Oa | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Kristi Yamaguchi's Always Dream Foundation | Annual support for always reading program - second year of 2 year payment | $50,000 |
| Northern California Pga Foundation | The 2025 pga hope program in alameda and contra costa countries | $50,000 |
| Hands of Hope | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $30,000 |
| Native Sons of the Golden West | Support towards pediatric craniofacial center at children's hospital | $30,000 |
| Berkeley Food and Housing Project DBA Insight Housing | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Cornerstone Community Dev Corp Fmly Bldg Futures for Women & Children | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Davis Street Community Center | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Fresh Start Surgical Gifts | Budget support for the surgery weekend program | $25,000 |
| Mercy Retirement and Care Center | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Oakland Soccer Club | Enrollment fees and equipment for 2025 season | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army - Alameda County Command | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| San Jose Mercury News Wish Book Fund Inc Aka the Mercury News Wish Book Fun | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul of Alameda County | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| Society of St Vindent de Paul of Contra C Cnty | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Center | Christmas grant for 2024 for general operating support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamara A Valley
- Barbara B Lasalle
- John V Stock
- Michael D Desler
- Richard M Kingsland
Questions people ask
Does Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation give?
$27.9 million in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tamara A Valley (Chair/President), Barbara B Lasalle (Director), John V Stock (Director) and Michael D Desler (Executive Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and environment and conservation.