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San Jose area nonprofits

There are 12,531 organizations in the greater San Jose metro area, including the cities of San Jose, Cupertino, Milpitas, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. Combined, these San Jose metro nonprofits employ 96,584 people, earn more than $29 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $133 billion.
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Job trends for San Jose nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
2,606
1-10
 
542
11-25
 
216
26-100
 
256
101 to 1,000
 
120
1,000+
 
12
Key takeaways for employment stats:

Sizes of nonprofits in San Jose

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
3,340
$250k to $1M
 
896
$1M to $5M
 
522
$5M to $25M
 
205
$25M to $100M
 
85
$100M+
 
35
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Types of nonprofits in San Jose

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Religious organizations
 
1,833
 
$191,153,925
Educational institutions
 
1,822
 
$2,054,287,037
Foundations
 
1,801
 
$7,511,427,943
Business and community development organizations
 
1,253
 
$399,492,419
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits
 
995
 
$279,328,003
Recreation, sports, and social clubs
 
809
 
$276,384,226
Human service organizations
 
756
 
$1,665,138,071
Youth development organizations
 
318
 
$185,968,975
Unions and employment organizations
 
294
 
$399,806,456
International-focused organizations
 
284
 
$133,457,484
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Directory of nonprofits in San Jose

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1-20 of 12,531

Humane Society Silicon Valley

Humane Society Silicon Valley is a California nonprofit that has operated continuously since 1929, focused on companion animal rescue and homelessness prevention.
Revenue
$18.3m
Assets
$55.1m
Employees
188
EIN
94-1196215
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Skoll Foundation

The Skoll Foundation drives large-scale change by investing in, connecting, and celebrating social entrepreneurs and other innovators dedicated to solving the world's most pressing problems.
Revenue
$35.3m
Assets
$807.1m
Employees
58
EIN
11-3659133
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Peninsula Open Space Trust

Post protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay, creating a network of protected lands for people and nature.
Revenue
$30.3m
Assets
$339.3m
Employees
64
EIN
94-2392007
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

Second Harvest Food Bank's mission is to lead their community to ensure that anyone who needs a healthy meal can get one.
Revenue
$286.2m
Assets
$242.4m
Employees
362
EIN
94-2614101
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF)

Silicon Valley Community Foundation is a comprehensive center of philanthropy. Through visionary leadership, strategic grantmaking and world-class experiences, they partner with donors to strengthen the common good locally and throughout the world.
Revenue
$1.6b
Assets
$10.4b
Employees
129
EIN
20-5205488
IRS type
501(c)(3)

San Andreas Regional Center (SARC)

San Andreas Regional Center recognizes the ongoing need for advocacy to sustain the original intent and promise of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Act and commits itself to protecting its provisions.
Revenue
$758.1m
Assets
$113.5m
Employees
495
EIN
94-2591195
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

CDM inspires lifelong learning. Exhibits and educational programs have reached over 9.6 million visitors. On-site programs serve 24,707 participants annually in San Jose, CA.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$24.3m
Employees
63
EIN
94-2870828
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sempervirens Fund

The Sempervirens Fund protects and restores redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains, ensuring their resilience and health for future generations.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$43.0m
Employees
25
EIN
94-2155097
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Avenidas

Avenidas supports older adults with relevant services, including a Chinese community center, volunteer services, and Avenidas Village for members to maintain independent living.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$52.4m
Employees
67
EIN
94-1480548
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation of San Benito County

The Community Foundation for San Benito County is dedicated to building a stronger Community and enhancing the quality of life in San Benito County through the support of philanthropic activities.
Revenue
$12.3m
Assets
$30.1m
Employees
8
EIN
77-0312582
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Catalyst Family (CDC)

To enrich children's lives through quality, accredited child development programs and a commitment to developmentally appropriate practice.
Revenue
$115.9m
Assets
$67.6m
Employees
1,934
EIN
94-2376637
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation is a private foundation located in Palo Alto, California which grants money to various organizations and projects. Last year, it made 51 grants.
Revenue
$234.5m
Assets
$6.3b
Employees
146
EIN
45-5002209
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hitz Foundation

Hitz Foundation supports organizations in the arts, environment, science, and education. The Hitz Foundation's grantmaking supports Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and Alzheimer's Association.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$82.0m
Employees
1
EIN
94-3379521
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jewish Silicon Valley

The Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley is dedicated to the enhancement of Jewish life by providing for the social, cultural, educational, recreational, health and wellness needs of their community.
Revenue
$10.2m
Assets
$19.7m
Employees
288
EIN
94-2222989
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Law Foundation of Silicon Valley

Law Foundation of Silicon Valley uses law to advance underrepresented communities' rights, focusing on housing, children & youth, and health.
Revenue
$17.4m
Assets
$18.8m
Employees
119
EIN
52-1014754
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Montalvo Arts Center

To create and present arts of all types, nurture artists, and use our historic Villa, buildings, and grounds in innovative ways that engage people in the creative process.
Revenue
$8.2m
Assets
$47.7m
Employees
75
EIN
94-1249283
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Electric Power Research Institute

Electric Power Research Institute drives energy innovation, uniting experts to enhance electricity generation, delivery, and usage while ensuring sustainability and reliability.
Revenue
$478.7m
Assets
$427.8m
Employees
1,455
EIN
23-7175375
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Goodwill of Silicon Valley

Goodwill of Silicon Valley's mission is to support their employees, their customers and people with challenging barriers to employment; to raise their standard of living and improve their lives through their services and social enterprise.
Revenue
$59.0m
Assets
$88.8m
Employees
1,382
EIN
94-1212132
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Grand Lodge of the English Language Jurisdiction of the Amorc

Grand Lodge of the English Language Jurisdiction of the Amorc nurtures spiritual growth, offering wisdom on Natural Laws and metaphysical studies for personal mastery.
Revenue
$9.8m
Assets
$25.5m
Employees
17
EIN
94-1156620
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Koum Family Foundation

The Koum Family Foundation is a private foundation that supports Stanford University. It made 63 grants last year and is located in Menlo Park, CA.
Revenue
$27.8m
Assets
$2.3b
Employees
3
EIN
47-5446562
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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