The Kelvin Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Altos, California · EIN 77-0528782 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,725 and $5,000.
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
33% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA | General support | $72,500 |
| Eisenhower Med Center | Rancho Mirage, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Palm Springs, CA | General support | $4,154 |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ | General support | $3,804 |
| Art Horizon International | Brooklyn, NY | General support | $1,725 |
| Palm Springs International Film Fes | Palm Springs, CA | General support | $1,352 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($15,037). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $103,572 | 9 |
| 2023 | $338,172 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533209349100308
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0528782
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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