Vivian and Jerry Grenier Foundation
Invitation OnlyNewark, California · EIN 91-2142415 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$9,700
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$600
Total assets$66K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $600 and $1,200.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
35% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Friends Animal Society | Kanab, UT | Animal welfare | $1,200 |
| Forever Young Foundation | Mesa, AZ | Childrens welfare | $1,200 |
| Humane Society of Silicon Valley | Milpitas, CA | Animal welfare | $1,200 |
| Sonrise Equestrian Foundation | Danville, CA | Childrens welfare | $1,200 |
| Ally Cat Allies | Bethesda, MD | Animal welfare | $600 |
| Equine Advocates | Chatham, NY | Animal welfare | $600 |
| Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care | South Lake Tahoe, CA | Animal welfare | $600 |
| Mercy Ships | Lindale, TX | Childrens welfare | $600 |
| Ohlone Humane Society | Fremont, CA | Animal welfare | $600 |
| The Humane Farming Assoc | San Rafael, CA | Animal welfare | $600 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | Sausalito, CA | Animal welfare | $600 |
| Redrover | Sacramento, CA | Animal welfare | $300 |
| San Francisco SPCA | San Francisco, CA | Animal welfare | $300 |
| Rancho Roben Rescues | San Jose, CA | Animal welfare | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,700 | 14 |
| 2024 | $8,875 | 15 |
| 2023 | $8,400 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631359349104553
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-2142415
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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