Teach a Man to Fish Foundation
Invitation OnlyIrvine, California · EIN 27-4213183 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$8.5M
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$144.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,100.
From the return
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
63% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walking Softer | Jackson, WY | To support innovation and awareness of conservation through their academic programs and scholarships. | $8,065,650 |
| Walking Softer | Jackson, WY | To support innovation and awareness of conservation through their academic programs and scholarships. | $300,000 |
| St Mary's School | Aliso Viejo, CA | To support programs to help empower students and nurture their interests. | $20,100 |
| Hole Food Rescue Corp | Jackson, WA | To support the reduction of food waste & cultivate food security. | $10,000 |
| Great Old Broads for Wilderness | Durango, CO | To support the preservation and protection of wilderness and wild lands. | $10,000 |
| Miracles for Kids Inc | Irvine, CA | To provide families with critically-ill with food, clothing, and shelter. | $10,000 |
| Climate Justice Alliance | Berkeley, CA | To support frontline groups rebuilding cities struck by a climate disaster. | $10,000 |
| Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative | Kinnear, WY | To support the resotration of buffalo populations through conservation efforts. | $10,000 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Washington, DC | To support conservation efforts for afr%ican wildlife. | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Atlanta, GA | To support research efforts into cancer treatements and cures. | $7,500 |
| Hospital of St Johns | Los Angeles, CA | To support hospital operations in providing healthcare to patients. | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,458,250 | 11 |
| 2023 | $5,306,279 | 35 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349107595
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4213183
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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