The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Los Altos, California · EIN 942278431 · Private foundation
Based in Los Altos, California, The David and Lucile Packard Foundation has awarded $1.86B across 5,474 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The David and Lucile Packard Foundation funds
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on environment & conservation.
Populations it has supported include families.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute MBARI | Moss Landing, CA | $67.4M | 2020 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute MBARI | Moss Landing, CA | $54.9M | 2024 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute MBARI | Moss Landing, CA | $53.1M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
From The David and Lucile Packard Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at packard.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
- Does The David and Lucile Packard Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — The David and Lucile Packard Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does The David and Lucile Packard Foundation fund?
- The David and Lucile Packard Foundation's grants focus on environment & conservation. Example recipients include Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The David and Lucile Packard Foundation give in grants?
- The David and Lucile Packard Foundation reported $363.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.86B over 5,474 grants.
- Where is The David and Lucile Packard Foundation located?
- The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is based in Los Altos, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 942278431.
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