Sierra Pine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sierra Pine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $265,788 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,788. 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$265,788
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,788
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2024 was up from $125,800 the year before.
89% 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 | $125,800 | 1 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $265,788 | 9 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
Sierra Pine 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 Sierra Pine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $265,788 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon Valley Community Foundation | Arista Foundation | $100,788 |
| Foothill-De Anza Community Colleges Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Ecumenical Hunger Program | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Palo Alto Community Child Care | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ravenswood Education Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ravenswood Youth Athleticassociation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Forssell
- Hugh Holbrook
Questions people ask
Does Sierra Pine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sierra Pine Family Foundation give?
$265,788 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Sierra Pine Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa Forssell (Dir, Pres) and Hugh Holbrook (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Sierra Pine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and youth programs.