Trebek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trebek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2025 was up from $233,000 the year before.
74% 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 | $389,300 | 14 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $233,000 | 10 | $11.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 26 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Trebek 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 Trebek Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $70,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 8 | $205,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 11 | $157,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Vision | Big Dream to End Child Marriage | $1.0 million |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Helen Keller International | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| The Royal Canadian Geographical Society | Expenditure Responsibility Grant | $70,000 |
| National Geographic Society | Hubbard Council - EDUCATIONAL purposes | $50,000 |
| St Matthews Soup Kitchen Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Individual | $35,000 | |
| Borough of Manhattan Community College Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| BABY2BABY | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Childrens Burn Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Congregation or Ami | The Harry and Judy Friedman Youth Enrichment Fund | $25,000 |
| Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Community Fund | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Learning Rights Law Center | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Art Creates US Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ed Asner Family Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Harlem Grown Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $6,500 |
| Aid Still Required | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Church of Religious Science North Hollywood | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| La Animal Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The New Heritage Theatre Group Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Build Belize Inc | Hope Resource Center, Belize City, Belize | $3,500 |
| Build Belize Inc | Hope Resource Center, Belize City, Belize | $3,500 |
| Get Lit Words Ignite Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Trebek
- Jean Trebek
- Matthew Trebek
Questions people ask
Does Trebek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trebek Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Trebek Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily Trebek (VP), Jean Trebek (Dir, Pres, Sec) and Matthew Trebek (VP).
What does Trebek Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and education.