Updated Nov 1, 2026
Private foundations based in Sunnyvale, California
12 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, holding $1.3B in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xie Foundationsince 2010 | $38M13 grants · 2024 | $200K | Preselected only | $725M |
| Intuitive Foundationsince 2018 | $13M104 grants · 2024 | $52K | Yes | $123M |
| Forestsong Foundationsince 2017 | $815K11 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $1.5M |
| Skb Foundationsince 1988 | $459K41 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $7.4M |
| Yen Chuang Foundationsince 1985 | $392K12 grants · 2024 | $15K | Yes | $6.7M |
| Joseph R and Katherine F Anderson Foundationsince 2003 | $250K3 grants · 2024 | $115K | Preselected only | $4.6M |
| Heavens Helping Hand Foundationsince 2000 | $63K23 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Green Grand Foundationsince 2023 | $53K5 grants · 2024 | $11K | Preselected only | $2.9M |
| Cq Foundationsince 2009 | $30K15 grants · 2024 | $850 | Preselected only | $1.5M |
| Wangbi Family Foundationsince 2025 | $23K1 grants · 2025 | $23K | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| Asian Dream Foundationsince 2011 | — | — | Yes | $1.5M |
| Mark Tozer & Associates Foundationsince 2026 | — | — | Preselected only | $1.0M |
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 22 days | Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)CaliforniaDepartment of Transportation | Department of Transportation | Up to $10M |
| Nov 22 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 22 days | 2026 CalAgPlate Grant ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $196K |
| Nov 22 days | The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27CaliforniaDepartment of Parks and Recreation | Department of Parks and Recreation | Not listed |
| Nov 33 days | 2026 California Nutrition Incentive ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $13M |
| Nov 44 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 Sunnyvale, California?
Our directory lists 12 private grantmaking foundations in Sunnyvale, California with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $1.3B. 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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