The Turnip Top Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Turnip Top Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2024 it gave $160,250 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $21,500. 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$160,250
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$21,500
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $183,350 the year before.
30% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $183,350 | 41 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $160,250 | 27 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Turnip Top 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 The Turnip Top Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $68,250 |
| New York | 3 | $22,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $21,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $16,000 |
| New Mexico | 9 | $13,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sces (2) | Support - 501c3 organization | $21,500 |
| Creo Family Office Syndicate | Support - 501c3 organization | $20,000 |
| Eastern Sierra Artists | Support - 501c3 organization | $19,750 |
| Bishop Rotary Foundation | Support - 501c3 organization | $19,000 |
| Uc Santa Cruz Fdn | Support - 501c3 organization | $11,000 |
| People for Bikes | Support - 501c3 organization | $10,000 |
| Red Hen Press | Support - 501c3 organization | $6,000 |
| Reed College | Support - 501c3 organization | $6,000 |
| Palestine Childen's Relief Fund | Support - 501c3 organization | $5,500 |
| Mayfield Junior School | Support - 501c3 organization | $5,000 |
| Merrill House | Support - 501c3 organization | $5,000 |
| USA Cycling Develo | Support - 501c3 organization | $5,000 |
| Impact Assets (4) | Support - 501c3 organization | $4,500 |
| Nargs | Support - 501c3 organization | $3,000 |
| Santa Fe Botanical | Support - 501c3 organization | $3,000 |
| Southwest Nordic Ski Club | Support - 501c3 organization | $3,000 |
| Think NM | Support - 501c3 organization | $2,000 |
| Truckee Watershed | Support - 501c3 organization | $2,000 |
| Municipal Art Society | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,500 |
| Hondo Fire Dept | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| Intl Mtn Bicycling Assoc (2) | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| KSFR (3) | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| La Familia Medical Center (3) | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| Lensfest | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| Santa Fe Fat Tire Soc | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| The Lensic | Support - 501c3 organization | $1,000 |
| Cca Santa Fe | Support - 501c3 organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Magowan
- Samantha Burkhart
- Felix Magowan
- Colin Magowan
- James Magowan
Questions people ask
Does The Turnip Top Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Turnip Top Foundation give?
$160,250 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Turnip Top Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robin Magowan (Director), Samantha Burkhart (Director), Felix Magowan (Director) and Colin Magowan (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Turnip Top Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.