Kalele Foundation
Historical FunderLos Altos Hills, California · EIN 47-0853949 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $78,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DIANE CIESINSKI |
|---|---|
| Address | 26435 ASCENSION DRIVE, LOS ALTOS CA 94022 |
| Phone | 6507148101 |
| DIANE@CIESINSKI.COM | |
| Form and materials | FREE FORM. |
| Deadlines | 2 MONTHS PRIOR TO CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
| Restrictions | FUNDS MUST BE USED TO ATTEND YOUTH CAMPING PROGRAMS RUN BY THIRD-PARTY ORGANIZATIONS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daf Giving 360 (Formerly Schwab Charitable) | San Francisco, CA | Final distribution of foundation assets. | $215,142 |
| Stanford Daf | Stanford, CA | Final distribution of foundation assets. | $78,000 |
| We Give All | Ridgefield, CT | Providing life changing humanitarian service around the world. | $500 |
| Help One Child | Los Altos, CA | Provide youth support for challenged teens. | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $293,892 | 4 |
| 2024 | $3,750 | 6 |
| 2023 | $10,310 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620799349100022
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-0853949
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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