Emerald Gate Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.5 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $3.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.5 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$179 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.2 million the year before.
75% 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 | $5.2 million | 16 | $170 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 8 | $179 million |
How to apply
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust 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 Emerald Gate Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $3.1 million |
| Georgia | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Nevada | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Daf | Support to public charity | $3.0 million |
| Emory University | Support to public charity | $900,000 |
| Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe | Support to public charity | $250,000 |
| Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | Support to public charity | $100,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association of Northern California | Support to public charity | $50,000 |
| The Milo Foundation | Support to public charity | $50,000 |
| Marin Humane Society | Support to public charity | $50,000 |
| San Francisco SPCA | Support to public charity | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David C Dominik
- Jonathan J Davies
- Michele Shahroody
- Jason Yotopoulos
Questions people ask
Does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust give?
$4.5 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Emerald Gate Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists David C Dominik (Chairman & Trustee), Jonathan J Davies (Trustee), Michele Shahroody (Trustee) and Jason Yotopoulos (Ceo & Trustee).
What does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.