Ascendo Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Altos, California · EIN 87-3162235 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Builder Toolbox CBT | Sunnyvale, CA | To help people get started with building communities fast. | $4,000 |
| Bridge the Gap International Inc | Tulsa, OK | To relieve ministers and missionaries of some of their administrative headaches, thereby freeing them up to focus on the ministry they are… | $3,000 |
| Golden State Youth Orchestra GSYO | Palo Alto, CA | To nurture, train and develop young musicians from culturally diverse backgrounds and encourage a lasting appreciation of music and to… | $2,500 |
| Luke Christian Medical Mission | Fremont, CA | Through our medical expertise, we care for society and serve the community. In the places where God sends us, we serve God and His people,… | $1,000 |
| Buena High School Music program | Ventura, CA | To perform in many high caliber ensembles including Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, String Orchestra, Indoor Drumline, Winter… | $200 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,700 | 6 |
| 2023 | $3,500 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 28, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533019349101118
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-3162235
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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