How to apply
Written request stating purpose for which the contribution will be used Contact: Jennifer Shaw, 210 W 94th St Apt 5k, New York, Ny, 2066049151 Deadlines: JUNE 1 Restrictions: Special projects other than operating issues
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
9 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Seattle ClubSeattle, WA | General support | $100K |
| Sogorea Te Land TrustOakland, CA | General support | $100K |
| Redmond United Methodist ChurchRedmond, WA | For redmond school break foodbox program | $100K |
| Food to PowerColorado Springs, CO | General support for efforts to promote food security | $50K |
| Texas Health ActionAustin, TX | General support | $50K |
| Brooklyn Public LibraryBrooklyn, NY | General support | $20K |
| Friends of the Oakland Public LibraryOakland, CA | General support | $20K |
| King County Library Services FoundationIssaquah, WA | General support | $20K |
| The Seattle Public Library FoundationSeattle, WA | General support | $20K |
By state: Washington 4 · California 2 · Colorado 1 · Texas 1 · New York 1
About this foundation
Picsha Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Albany, California, tax-exempt since 1987. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Picsha Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Written request stating purpose for which the contribution will be used Deadlines: JUNE 1.
How much does Picsha Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $480K across 9 grants, a median of $50K.
Where does Picsha Foundation give?
Washington (4 grants), California (2 grants), Colorado (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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