K5 Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Francisco, California · EIN 83-1599193 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $1,000,000.
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
25% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | to support creation of an integrated program to ensure enhanced academic, social, and career to support | $2,000,000 |
| Board of trts Leland Stanford Unive | Stanford, CA | The Karr Family Programming Fund | $1,000,000 |
| Town School for Boys | San Francisco, CA | Town School Tomorrow Begins Campaign | $350,000 |
| Larkin Street Youth Services | San Francisco, CA | Bridge Academy | $25,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($350,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | to support creation of an integrated program to ensure enhanced academic, social, and career to support | $2,000,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,725,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $2,070,000 | 11 |
| 2022 | $4,898,750 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349104263
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1599193
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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