California Academy of Sciences
San Francisco, California · EIN 941156258 · Private foundation
California Academy of Sciences is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2025) reports $976K in annual giving against $782.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 3 grants for California Academy of Sciences. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What California Academy of Sciences funds
California Academy of Sciences's giving carries a documented focus on higher education, libraries & literacy.
Populations it has supported include older adults.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Paterson University of New Jersey SALARY, FRINGE, AND OTHER DIRECT COSTS FOR SENIOR AND UNDERGRADUATE PERSONNEL RESEARCHING MESH WEB SPIDERS. | Wayne, NJ | $60K | 2025 |
| Omaha Zoological Society SUPPORT FOR AFRICAN PENGUIN PROGRAM | Omaha, NE | $25K | 2025 |
| UC Regents-uc Berkeley GENOMIC EXTRACTION, SEQUENCING, AND LIBRARY PREPARATION OF REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS | Berkeley, CA | $8K | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about California Academy of Sciences
- Does California Academy of Sciences accept grant applications?
- California Academy of Sciences's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does California Academy of Sciences fund?
- California Academy of Sciences's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include William Paterson University of New Jersey, Omaha Zoological Society, UC Regents-uc Berkeley. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does California Academy of Sciences give in grants?
- California Academy of Sciences reported $976K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2025). Across all years in our data it has awarded $93K over 3 grants.
- Where is California Academy of Sciences located?
- California Academy of Sciences is based in San Francisco, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 941156258.
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