Walther Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Francisco, California · EIN 72-1580927 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $40,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Coast Guard Alumni Association | New London, CT | General Support | $50,000 |
| KIPP Bay Area Schools | Oakland, CA | General Support | $50,000 |
| Life Learning Academy | San Francisco, CA | General Support | $40,000 |
| Mindful Life Project | Richmond, CA | General Support | $40,000 |
| Tides Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $25,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony AIM Program | San Francisco, CA | General Support | $15,000 |
| Blue Bear School of Music | San Francisco, CA | General Support | $10,000 |
| The Westminster School Foundation U | New York, NY | General Support | $10,000 |
| Epiphany School | Dorchester, MA | General Support | $5,000 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($190,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $435,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $470,000 | 20 |
| 2022 | $480,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 1, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532139349100903
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-1580927
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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