Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Stanford, California
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Stanford, California, holding $22M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi-Li Pao Foundation USAsince 2018 | $2.3M7 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $1.9M |
| Renee B Fisher Foundationsince 2002 | $1.6M9 grants · 2025 | $27K | Yes | $7.7M |
| Guestrin Family Foundationsince 2018 | $324K1 grants · 2025 | $324K | Preselected only | $4.3M |
| Eleftheria Foundationsince 2017 | $20K1 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $7.9M |
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 161| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 23 days | Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)CaliforniaDepartment of Transportation | Department of Transportation | Up to $10M |
| Nov 23 days | Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Grant for Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)CaliforniaEmployment Development Department | Employment Development Department | Up to $1.3M |
| Nov 23 days | 2026 CalAgPlate Grant ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $196K |
| Nov 23 days | The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27CaliforniaDepartment of Parks and Recreation | Department of Parks and Recreation | Not listed |
| Nov 34 days | 2026 California Nutrition Incentive ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $13M |
| Nov 45 days | Youth Community Access Grant Program (Round 4)CaliforniaCA Natural Resources Agency | CA Natural Resources Agency | Up to $300K |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Stanford, California?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Stanford, California with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $22M. 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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