Powerswitch Action
Oakland, California · EIN 710914032 · Private foundation
Powerswitch Action is a private foundation based in Oakland, California. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $4.2M in giving and $26.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 160 individual grants from this funder — $26.6M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for community improvement. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Powerswitch Action funds
Powerswitch Action's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, education, environment & conservation, housing & homelessness.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Labor United CLIMATE, CAPACITY BUILDING | Boston, MA | $744K | 2023 |
| Community Labor United CAPACITY BUILDING | Boston, MA | $549K | 2024 |
| La Alliance for a New Economy Equitable Cities, Climate & CA | Los Angeles, CA | $509K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Powerswitch Action
Powerswitch Action'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. You can review the foundation directly at powerswitchaction.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Powerswitch Action
- Does Powerswitch Action accept grant applications?
- Powerswitch Action'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 Powerswitch Action fund?
- Powerswitch Action's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include Community Labor United, La Alliance for a New Economy. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Powerswitch Action give in grants?
- Powerswitch Action's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $4.2M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $26.6M over 160 grants.
- Where is Powerswitch Action located?
- Powerswitch Action is based in Oakland, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 710914032.
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