Updated Nov 4, 2026
Private foundations based in Alameda, California
7 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Alameda, California, holding $36M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perforce Foundationsince 1999 | $1.3M3 grants · 2024 | $300K | Preselected only | $3.8M |
| Chintu Gudiya Foundationsince 2000 | $880K6 grants · 2024 | $23K | Preselected only | $15M |
| Thelma Doelger Tr for Animalssince 1999 | $410K21 grants · 2024 | $20K | Yes | $7.9M |
| Hager Hanger Club Foundationsince 1996 | $278K3 grants · 2024 | $26K | Preselected only | $3.6M |
| Robert L Lippert Foundationsince 1990 | $265K23 grants · 2025 | $8,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Stacy and Witbeck Foundationsince 2023 | $188K26 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| Jcdc Foundationsince 2019 | $110K1 grants · 2024 | $110K | Preselected only | $2.6M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in California
All 158| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4tomorrow | Youth Community Access Grant Program (Round 4)CaliforniaCA Natural Resources Agency | CA Natural Resources Agency | Up to $300K |
| Nov 52 days | FY 2027/28 CDFW Boating Access Grant ProgramCaliforniaDepartment of Fish and Wildlife | Department of Fish and Wildlife | Not listed |
| Nov 96 days | Employment and Training Pathways Program (ETPP) Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)CaliforniaEmployment Development Department | Employment Development Department | Up to $2.0M |
| Nov 1815 days | 2026 Local Partnership Competitive ProgramCaliforniaTransportation Commission | Transportation Commission | Not listed |
| Nov 1916 days | 2026 Solutions for Congested Corridors ProgramCaliforniaTransportation Commission | Transportation Commission | Not listed |
| Nov 2017 days | 2026 Trade Corridor Enhancement ProgramCaliforniaTransportation Commission | Transportation Commission | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Alameda, California?
Our directory lists 7 private grantmaking foundations in Alameda, California with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $36M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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