Severns Family Foundation
Sunnyvale, California · EIN 770235139 · Private foundation
Based in Sunnyvale, California, Severns Family Foundation has awarded $5.2M across 140 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to 826 Valencia. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Severns Family Foundation funds
Severns Family Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, civil rights & social justice, education, environment & conservation, food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include low-income communities.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 826 Valencia SUMMER WRITING WORKSHOP. | San Francisco, CA | $150K | 2018 |
| Second Harvest CHRISTMAS FOOD DRIVE AND FOOD BANK | San Jose, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Second Harvest CHRISTMAS FOOD DRIVE AND FOOD BANK | San Jose, CA | $145K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Severns Family Foundation
Severns Family Foundation'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 severnsfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Severns Family Foundation
- Does Severns Family Foundation accept grant applications?
- Severns Family Foundation'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 Severns Family Foundation fund?
- Severns Family Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include 826 Valencia, Second Harvest. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Severns Family Foundation give in grants?
- Severns Family Foundation reported $850K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.2M over 140 grants.
- Where is Severns Family Foundation located?
- Severns Family Foundation is based in Sunnyvale, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 770235139.
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