Sunshine Polka-dot Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 26-2322579
Foundation Overview
Based in San Francisco, CA, Sunshine Polka-dot Foundation has awarded 145 grants totaling $2,213,550 to organizations in California, New Jersey and 3 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $90,000, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$2,213,550
Total Assets
$3,549,868
Median Grant (all grants)
$5,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
26
Median Grant
$10,000
% Median Grant Growth
+100%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
March 2026
Foundation Intelligence
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New Applicant Friendliness
Closed Network: 15%
4 of 26 recipients (15%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
California
96% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in San Francisco (24%), San Rafael (22%), Berkeley (8%).
Funding Trajectory
+260%
Strong 260% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Education + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (37%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Sunshine Polka-dot Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10000 Degrees | $10,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Providing Scholarships For Students From Low-income Backgrounds | 2024 |
| Agricultural Institute Of Marin | $75,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Supporting Local Farmers And Regional Food Systems | 2024 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $50,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2024 |
| Brandeis Marin | $30,025 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2024 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education | 2024 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $6,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2024 |
| International Bird Rescue | $5,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2024 |
| Marin Humane | $2,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2024 |
| Marin School Of The Arts | $25,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Art Education | 2024 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2024 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $50,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $80,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| Womens Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| 10000 Degrees | $10,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Providing Scholarships For Students From Low-income Backgrounds | 2024 |
| Agricultural Institute Of Marin | $75,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Supporting Local Farmers And Regional Food Systems | 2024 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $50,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2024 |
| Brandeis Marin | $30,025 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2024 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education | 2024 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $6,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2024 |
| International Bird Rescue | $5,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2024 |
| Marin Humane | $2,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2024 |
| Marin School Of The Arts | $25,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Art Education | 2024 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2024 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $50,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $80,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| Womens Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2024 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $70,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $40,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2023 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2023 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $30,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| International Bird Rescue | $3,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2023 |
| Brandeis Marin | $90,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2023 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2023 |
| Marin Humane | $1,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2023 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| 10000 Degrees | $3,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Education | 2023 |
| Drawbridge | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Free Art Programs For Children At Homeless Shelters | 2023 |
| Herd & Flock | $5,000 | Vacaville, CA, US | Animal Sanctuary | 2023 |
| Marin School Of The Arts | $25,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education In The School Of Arts | 2023 |
| Kqed | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $70,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $40,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2023 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2023 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $30,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2023 |
| International Bird Rescue | $3,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2023 |
| Brandeis Marin | $90,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2023 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2023 |
| Marin Humane | $1,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2023 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| 10000 Degrees | $3,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Education | 2023 |
| Drawbridge | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Free Art Programs For Children At Homeless Shelters | 2023 |
| Herd & Flock | $5,000 | Vacaville, CA, US | Animal Sanctuary | 2023 |
| Marin School Of The Arts | $25,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education In The School Of Arts | 2023 |
| Kqed | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2023 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $70,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2022 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $40,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2022 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2022 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2022 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $20,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2022 |
| International Bird Rescue | $3,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2022 |
| Brandeis Marin | $40,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2022 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2022 |
| Marin Humane | $500 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2022 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Charitable | 2022 |
| Cri | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Challenging The Death Penalty, Strengthening Impacted Communities, And Advocating Toward Abolition | 2022 |
| Artworks Downtown | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Public Art Programs | 2022 |
| 10000 Degrees | $3,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Education | 2022 |
| Afya Foundation | $2,000 | Yonkers, NY, US | Strengthen Healthcare Systems. Medical And Humanitarian Supplies | 2022 |
| Bay Area Cancer Connections | $5,000 | San Mateo, CA, US | Empowering People With Tools And Resources To Make Difficult Medical Decisions | 2022 |
| Drawbridge | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Free Art Programs For Children At Homeless Shelters | 2022 |
| Congregation Berith Shalom | $2,000 | Troy, NY, US | Chartiable | 2022 |
| Bay Area Wilderness Training | $2,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Wilderness Training | 2022 |
| Herd & Flock | $5,000 | Vacaville, CA, US | Animal Sanctuary | 2022 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $70,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2021 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $43,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2021 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2021 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2021 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $10,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2021 |
| International Bird Rescue | $3,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2021 |
| Brandeis Marin | $29,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2021 |
| Commonweal | $3,500 | Bolinas, CA, US | Providing Health And Healing, Education And Arts, Environment And Justice: Human Support Services | 2021 |
| Weplayers | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Site-integrated Theatre Education | 2021 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2021 |
| 10000 Degrees | $3,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Students From Low-income Backgrounds | 2021 |
| Marin Humane | $1,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Animal Care And Humane Education | 2021 |
| Good Shepard Conservatory | $1,000 | Long Branch, NJ, US | Promoting And Supporting Safeguarding Biodiversity Through The Use Of Standardbred Poultry And Historical Purebred Lines Of Livestock For Agricultural Use. | 2021 |
| Artworks Downtown | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting The Visual Arts And Thrive For The Well-being Of Our Community | 2021 |
| Community Resource Initiative | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Collaborating With Families And Communities Impacted By The Judicial System To Facilitate Safety, Growth, And Resilience. | 2021 |
| Bay Area Wilderness Training (bawt) | $8,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting The Creation Of Equitable Access To Outdoor Experience For Youth Of Color And Low Income Youth | 2020 |
| Sandra J Wing Healing Therapies Foundation | $8,000 | Pleasanton, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2020 |
| Buen Dia Family School | $10,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Culturally Diverse Preschool | 2020 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | $80,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2020 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $40,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2020 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2020 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2020 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | $10,000 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2020 |
| International Bird Rescue | $2,000 | Fairfield, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2020 |
| Brandeis Main | $10,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Education: Independent K-8 School | 2020 |
| Commonweal | $2,500 | Bolinas, CA, US | Providing Health And Healing, Education And Arts, Environment And Justice: Human Support Services | 2020 |
| Weplayers | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Site-integrated Theatre Education | 2020 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Safety For Domestic Violence Victims | 2020 |
| Art Works Downtown | $3,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts In The Community: Arts Education | 2018 |
| Sandra J Wing Healing Therapies Foundation | $8,000 | Pleasanton, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Buen Dia Corporation | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting & Supporting Education: Culturally Diverse Preschool | 2018 |
| Bay Area Wilderness Training | $6,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Outdoor Experiences For Low Income Youth: Youth Support Services | 2018 |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | $5,000 | Point Reyes Station, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Preserving Marin's Farmland | 2018 |
| We Players | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Site-integrated Theatre Education | 2018 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $40,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Protect The Environment | 2018 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| California Fire Foundation | $5,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | Providing Victim Assistance And Fire Safety Education: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Commonweal | $1,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Providing Health And Healing, Education And Arts, Environment And Justice: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Drawbridge | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Providing Arts Programs And Education For Homeless And Underserved Children: Arts Education | 2018 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $1,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2018 |
| International Bird Rescue | $1,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Rescuing Waterbirds In Crisis: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2018 |
| North Valley Animal Disaster Group | $3,000 | Chico, CA, US | Providing Evacuation And Sheltering Services: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2018 |
| North Valley Community Foundation | $5,000 | Chico, CA, US | Promoting And Facilitating Philanthropy, Social Action & Community Engagement: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| World Central Kitchen | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promoting And Supporting Health, Education And Disaster Relief: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| We Fund A Hero | $3,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Raising Funds For Disaster Relief And First Responders: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Kpfa | $1,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Arts Education | 2018 |
| Community Resource Initiative | $2,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Advocating For Value Of Human Life And Death Penalty Appeals: Human Support Services | 2018 |
| Kqed | $1,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Educational Public Media | 2017 |
| Sandra J Wing Healing Therapies Foundation | $5,000 | Pleasanton, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Providing Grants To Tri-valley Cancer Patients | 2017 |
| Buen Dia Corporation | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting & Supporting Education: Culturally Diverse Preschool | 2017 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Abuse Awareness: Women And Children Support Services | 2017 |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | $7,000 | Point Reyes Station, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Preserving Marin's Farmland | 2017 |
| We Players | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Site-integrated Theatre Education | 2017 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues; Protect The Environment | 2017 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2017 |
| Undocufund For Fire Relief | $5,000 | Sebastopol, CA, US | Providing Financial And Other Support For Fire Victims And Their Family: Human Support Services | 2017 |
| Go Fund A Hero | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Providing Financial And Other Support For Firefighters And Their Family: Human Support Services | 2017 |
| Marin Humane | $2,000 | Novato, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2017 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2017 |
| San Francisco Baykeeper | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues; Protect The Environment | 2016 |
| Buen Dia Corporation | $23,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting & Supporting Education: Culturally Diverse Preschool | 2016 |
| Sandra J Wing Healing Therapies Foundation | $5,000 | Pleasanton, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Providing Grants To Tri-valley Cancer Patients | 2016 |
| Earth Island Institute | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting & Supporting Conservation Issues: Bay Area Youth Wilderness Training Project | 2016 |
| We Players | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Arts Education: Site-integrated Theatre Education | 2016 |
| Center For Domestic Peace | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Abuse Awareness: Women And Children Support Services | 2016 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Human Support Services | 2016 |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | $5,000 | Point Reyes Station, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Preserving Marin's Farmland | 2016 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Conservation Issues: Animal Protection And Welfare | 2016 |
| Women's Daytime Drop-in Center | $5,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | Promoting And Supporting Health Issues: Homeless Families And Children Support Services | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Sunshine Polka-dot Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 26-2322579 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 584 CASTRO STREET 206 San Francisco, CA 94114-0000 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Sunshine Polka-dot Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Leslie J Andelin |
|---|---|
| Cfo/treas. And Secr. | Barbara Iungano |
Forms 990-PF
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Data Currency: Last updated
March 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.