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Quest Foundation is a private corporation based in DANVILLE, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Dorothy Jernstedt. It holds total assets of $109.5M. Annual income is reported at $33.7M. Total assets have grown from $85.6M in 2011 to $109.5M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Quest Foundation has made 924 grants totaling $36.5M, with a median grant of $30K. The foundation has distributed between $7.4M and $21.2M annually from 2020 to 2022. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $21.2M distributed across 543 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $150K, with an average award of $40K. The foundation has supported 301 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Oregon, Illinois, which account for 88% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$30K
Average Grant
$39K
Largest Grant
$150K
Based on 181 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Quest Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 924 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, OR, IL.
Quest Foundation has distributed a total of $36.5M across 924 grants. The median grant size is $30K, with an average of $40K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $150K.
Quest Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Quest Foundation is headquartered in DANVILLE, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Jernstedt | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CFO & DIRECTOR | $182K | $0 | $182K |
| Jennifer Jernstedt | SECRETARY, AUDIT COMMITTEE CHAIR & DIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dorothy Jernstedt | PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$109.5M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$107.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
924
Total Giving
$36.5M
Average Grant
$40K
Median Grant
$30K
Unique Recipients
301
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe And SoundTO PREVENT CHILD ABUSE AND REDUCE ITS DEVASTATING IMPACT. | San Francisco, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Shelter IncMOUNTAIN VIEW EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER | Concord, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| New LeadersNEW LEADERS PRINCIPAL PARTNERS PROGRAM | New York, NY | $150K | 2022 |
| Teach For AmericaFINDS, DEVELOPS, AND SUPPORTS EQUITY-ORIENTED LEADERS-INDIVIDUALLY AND IN TEAMS-SO THEY CAN TRANSFORM EDUCATION AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITY WITH CHILDREN, STARTING IN THE CLASSROOM | Los Angeles, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Children - Sf Bay AreaIMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROFESSIONAL MENTORS | San Francisco, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Kipp La SchoolsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Children - PortlandIMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROFESSIONAL MENTORS | Portland, OR | $135K | 2022 |
| College TrackEQUIP STUDENTS CONFRONTING SYSTEMIC BARRIERS TO EARN A BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN PURSUIT OF A LIFE OF OPPORTUNITY, CHOICE, AND POWER. | Oakland, CA | $124K | 2022 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter SchoolTO TRANSFORM THE LANDSCAPE OF EDUCATION FOR HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED STUDENTS IN OAKLAND. | Oakland, CA | $120K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Children NyIMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROFESSIONAL MENTORS | New York, NY | $120K | 2022 |
| Aim High For High SchoolNARROWING THE ACHIEVEMENT AND OPPORTUNITY GAPS IN THE EAST BAY | San Francisco, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Summer Search Bay AreaTO HELP STUDENTS CREATE BRIGHT FUTURES WHERE THEY THRIVE ACADEMICALLY, FINANCIALLY, CAREER-WISE, AND WITHIN THEIR RELATIONSHIPS | San Francisco, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Reading PartnersTO HELP CHILDREN BECOME LIFELONG READERS BY EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION WITH MEASURABLE RESULTS. | Oakland, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Fresh Lifelines For YouthFLY LAW + LEADERSHIP STAFFING | Milpitas, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Eastside College Preparatory SchoolSCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM | Palo Alto, CA | $84K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Central Sonoma CountySUMMER CAMP DISCOVERY | Rosa, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Down Syndrome Connection Of The Bay AreaEDUCATION PROGRAMS | Danville, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| SparkGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Danville, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Teen EsteemTRI-VALLEY STUDENT AND PARENT PRESENTATIONS | Danville, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Ujima Family Recovery ServicesCHILDRENS RECOVERY & FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM (KIDS GROUP) | San Pablo, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Northwest AcademyNORTHWEST ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP FUND | Portland, OR | $75K | 2022 |
| Bay Area Community ResourcesPROMOTES THE HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT OF INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH DIRECT SERVICES, VOLUNTEERISM AND PARTNERSHIPS | El Cerrito, CA | $74K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Children - Lane County OrIMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PROFESSIONAL MENTORS | Eugene, OR | $70K | 2022 |
| There With Care Of The Bay AreaSTAFFING FOR SAN FRANCISCO EXPANSION | Redwood City, CA | $70K | 2022 |
| Mission GraduatesCOLLEGE ACCESS SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $70K | 2022 |
| Youthpower365 (Formerly The Youth Foundation)AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMMING IN PUBLIC ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN EAGLE COUNTY | Avon, CO | $70K | 2022 |
| Springboard CollaborativeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $65K | 2022 |
| Peer Health ExchangeTO BUILD HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES WITH YOUNG PEOPLE. TOGETHER, WE CREATE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEERS TO SHARE THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES YOUNG PEOPLE NEED TO MAKE HEALTHY DECISIONS | Oakland, CA | $63K | 2022 |
| Breakthrough Silicon ValleyCOLLEGE ACCESS AND READINESS | San Jose, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| Asante Africa FoundationSUSTAINING, SCALING AND SKILL-BUILDING FOR GIRL-LED CLUBS | Livermore, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| Big Sky Youth EmpowermentADVENTURE BASED GROUP MENTORING PROGRAM | Bozeman, MT | $60K | 2022 |
| The Mindful ProjectMINDFULNESS AND YOGA IN BAY AREA SCHOOLS | Richmond, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| Playworks Northern CaliforniaTO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN BY INCREASING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SAFE, MEANINGFUL PLAY. | Oakland, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| Covenant House CaliforniaYOUTH SHELTER THAT PROVIDES SANCTUARY AND SUPPORT FOR YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS | Los Angeles, CA | $60K | 2022 |
| The Field MuseumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $55K | 2022 |
| De Marillac AcademySTUDENT SCHOLARSHIP | San Francisco, CA | $51K | 2022 |
| Kristi Yamaguchi'S Always Dream FoundationENSURE CHILDREN HAVE ACCESS TO HIGH-QUALITY BOOKS IN THE HOME ENVIRONMENT AND EXTENSIVE FAMILY ENGAGEMENT | Danville, CA | $51K | 2022 |
| East Bay College FundEDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Urban Prep AcademiesOPERATE A NETWORK OF ALL-BOYS PUBLIC SCHOOLS | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Elevate OregonSERVING YOUTH IN MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| De La Salle North Catholic High SchoolSCHOLARSHIP PLEDGE PROGRAM | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| Envision EducationENVISION OAKLAND: SUPPORTING TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATIOM | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Yes Nature To Neighborhoodsfka Youth Enrichment StrategiesTO PROVIDE YOUTH, ADULTS AND FAMILIES LIVING IN RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA AND SURROUNDING WEST CONTRA COSTA COUNTY ACCESS TO EXPERIENCES IN THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT | Richmond, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Portland Metropolitan AreaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| Challenge DayTO HELP YOUTH AND ADULTS UNLEARN HARMFUL HABITS, EXPERIENCE VULNERABILITY AS A PILLAR TO RESTORE STRENGTH, AND ENABLE THEM TO EXPERIENCE THE FREEDOM OF FULL EXPRESSION THROUGH THE LENS OF COMPASSION, CONNECTION, AND DIVERSITY. | Oakley, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Lincoln Park ZooZOO EXPLORERS | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates Casa IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Concord, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Guitars Over Guns Organization IncOFFERING STUDENTS A POWERFUL COMBINATION OF MUSIC EDUCATION AND MENTORSHIP WITH POFESSIONAL MUSICIANS | Miami, FL | $50K | 2022 |
| Huckleberry Youth ProgramsTHE HUCKLEBERRY WELLNESS ACADEMIES (HWA) | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| California Academy Of SciencesCAREERS IN SCIENCE PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2022 |
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