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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy

Palo Alto, California  ·  EIN 813742328  ·  Private foundation

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy is a California-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $39.5M in annual giving against $112.8M in assets. This page documents the 49 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$39.5M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$112.8M
Total assets
49
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy funds

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, economic development.

Community ImprovementEconomic Development

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Fwdus Inc
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Washington, DC$34.1M2023
The Just Trust for Action
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Durham, NC$26.2M2023
The Just Trust for Action
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Durham, NC$26.2M2024
The Just Trust for Action
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Durham, NC$26.2M2022
Fwdus Inc
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Washington, DC$22.2M2020
Nph Action Fund
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
San Francisco, CA$8.0M2022
Schools and Communities First
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Los Angeles, CA$4.5M2020
Fwdus Inc
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Washington, DC$2.9M2024
California Yimby
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Sacramento, CA$1.5M2022
Californians Against the Prison Spending Scam
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Sacramento, CA$1.0M2020
Pico California Action Fund
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Oakland, CA$750K2020
Nph Action Fund
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
San Francisco, CA$550K2020
More Treatment for a Better Oregon Yes on 110
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Portland, OR$500K2020
Nph Action Fund
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
San Francisco, CA$325K2020
Fwdus Inc
IMMIGRATION REFORM
Washington, DC$250K2020

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$33.8M
2022$35.9M
2023$60.4M
2024$29.1M

How to apply for funding from Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy

Does Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy accept grant applications?
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy fund?
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy's grants focus on community improvement. Recent recipients include Fwdus Inc, The Just Trust for Action, The Just Trust for Action. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy give in grants?
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy reported $39.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $159.2M over 49 grants.
Where is Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy located?
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy is based in Palo Alto, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 813742328.
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About this profile. This page is built from Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Advocacy. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.