William G Irwin Charity Foundation
Quick Stats
- Annual Giving: $11.1 million
- Success Rate: Not publicly available
- Decision Time: Not publicly available
- Grant Range: Up to $700,000 (based on recent grants)
- Geographic Focus: California and Hawaii
Contact Details
- Website: williamgirwinfoundation.org
- Phone: (415) 362-6954
- Address: 1660 Bush St 300, San Francisco, CA 94109
Overview
The William G Irwin Charity Foundation is a private foundation established in 1942 in San Francisco, California. With total assets of over $115 million as of 2024, the foundation distributes approximately $11.1 million annually in charitable disbursements. The foundation's stated mission is "giving primarily for the physical improvement of humanity," with a focus on capital grants in California and Hawaii. As a private non-operating foundation with significant assets, it maintains a consistent grant-making program supporting various nonprofit organizations in its target geographic areas.
Funding Priorities
Grant Programs
Based on recent grant data, the foundation makes substantial capital grants:
- Large capital grants: Up to $700,000 for major infrastructure projects
- Mid-range grants: $500,000-$600,000 for facility construction and rehabilitation centers
- Additional grants across 74 total recipients annually
Priority Areas
- Capital improvements and infrastructure projects
- Healthcare facilities and rehabilitation centers
- Youth development facilities
- Public spaces and parks
- Physical improvement of humanity
Geographic Focus
- California
- Hawaii
Governance and Leadership
The foundation is led by:
- Anthony O Zanze (President)
- James F Zanze (Vice President)
- Michelle Sauger (Treasurer)
- Jane Olds Bogart (Trustee)
- William L Olds III (Audit Committee Chair)
All officers serve without compensation, indicating a commitment to maximizing charitable impact.
Application Process & Timeline
How to Apply
This funder does not have a public application process. Based on available information, grants appear to be awarded through trustee discretion and existing relationships. Organizations seeking support should contact the foundation directly at (415) 362-6954 to inquire about potential funding opportunities.
Decision Timeline
Not publicly available
Success Rates
Not publicly available
Reapplication Policy
Not publicly available
Recent Grant Recipients
Notable recent grants include:
- The Trust for Public Land: $700,000 for India Basin Waterfront Park
- Hana Health: $600,000 for Hana Health Rehabilitation and Support Center
- Boys and Girls Clubs of San Francisco Endowment Trust: $500,000 for construction of a new Sunnydale Boys & Girls Club
Key Takeaways for Grant Writers
- Focus on capital projects with clear physical infrastructure components
- Emphasize projects that improve physical spaces and facilities in California or Hawaii
- Consider the foundation's preference for projects that contribute to the "physical improvement of humanity"
- Given the lack of public application process, relationship building and direct contact are essential
- Target requests should align with the foundation's demonstrated grant range, with recent awards ranging from $500,000 to $700,000 for major projects
- The foundation has significant assets and consistent annual giving, suggesting capacity for substantial multi-year commitments
References
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - William G Irwin Charity Foundation (Accessed December 2024)
- CauseIQ Foundation Profile - William G Irwin Charity Foundation (Accessed December 2024)
- GuideStar Profile - EIN 94-6069873 (Accessed December 2024)
- Charity Navigator - William G Irwin Charity Foundation Profile (Accessed December 2024)
- Foundation website: williamgirwinfoundation.org (Accessed December 2024)