Emerald Gate Charitable Trust
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Jackson, Wyoming. Its stated mission centers on human transformation and practical approaches to real-world problems, with work focused on frontier science and human well-being.
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: Emerald Gate Charitable Trust gave $4.5M across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $556K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,450,000
- -15.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $556,250
- +69.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $75,000
- Total assets
- $178,875,013
- +5.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (71% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Emerald Gate Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Applications should be sent by mail to the trustees’ attention. The filing states no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Jon Davies
Mailing address: 1 Embarcadero Ctr Ste 3900, San Francisco, CA 94111
Phone: (415) 983-2700
Website: https://emeraldgatefoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Emerald Gate Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Schwab Charitable DAF ($3.0M). Together the top 8 received $4.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
75 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 20 grants of 75 (27%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars were distributed among recipients in California (71%), Georgia (22%), Nevada (6%), and Illinois (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Emerald Gate Charitable Trust gives
- Giving grew 64% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 87% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.0M (2020) to $5.2M (2023). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $4.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable DAF San Francisco, CA | Support to Public Charity | $3,000,000 |
| Emory University Atlanta, GA | Support to Public Charity | $900,000 |
| Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Nixon, NV | Support to Public Charity | $250,000 |
| Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Atlanta, GA | Support to Public Charity | $100,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association of Northern California Chicago, IL | Support to Public Charity | $50,000 |
| The Milo Foundation CA, CA | Support to Public Charity | $50,000 |
| Marin Humane Society Novato, CA | Support to Public Charity | $50,000 |
| San Francisco SPCA San Francisco, CA | Support to Public Charity | $50,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $178,875,013 | $8,801,687 | $7,960,336 | $4,450,000 | 8 | $6,997,593 | $8,446,356 | $8,046,893 |
| 2023 | $169,774,124 | $20,002,835 | $8,007,843 | $5,247,408 | 16 | $6,890,025 | $6,545,436 | $7,276,659 |
| 2022 | $142,248,853 | $16,945,166 | $7,022,491 | $4,642,005 | 19 | $5,691,638 | $2,235,806 | $6,574,592 |
| 2021 | $143,120,759 | $36,236,406 | $3,560,183 | $2,718,995 | 11 | $3,057,399 | $25,626,586 | $5,941,271 |
| 2020 | $108,617,294 | $28,192,913 | $2,494,750 | $1,997,174 | 21 | — | $1,647,453 | $3,471,943 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Emerald Gate Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $8.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Emerald Gate’s mission is to assist with human transformation, individually and socially, by solving real-world problems through innovative, practical approaches. Its website describes a focus on rigorous research into subtle energy and its potential applications to health and well-being, as well as social and microeconomic models intended to support community well-being.
The 2024 grants include support for a university, a tribal organization, arts organizations, animal welfare organizations, and other charitable recipients. Emory University describes its work as including expanding access to education and advancing medical research. Marin Humane describes its mission as transforming lives through animal care, humane education, and advocacy.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported eight grants totaling $4,450,000. Grant amounts ranged from $50,000 to $3,000,000, with a median of $75,000. The largest grants were $3,000,000 to Schwab Charitable DAF, $900,000 to Emory University, and $250,000 to Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. Other listed grants included $100,000 to Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and $50,000 each to Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California, The Milo Foundation, Marin Humane Society, and San Francisco SPCA. The stated purpose for each was support to a public charity.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David C Dominik as chairman and trustee; Jonathan J Davies and Michele Shahroody as trustees; and Jason Yotopoulos as CEO and trustee.
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust is led by Jason Yotopoulos, CEO & Trustee on every filing since 2020; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jason Yotopoulos
CEO & Trustee
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$338K (2020) → $398K (2024)
David C. Dominik
Chairman & Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan J. Davies
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michele Shahroody
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Stephen D. Oetgen (2020–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $398K, to Jason Yotopoulos (CEO & Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Emerald Gate Charitable Trust
How much does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust give each year?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust gave $4.5M across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5.2M across 16 grants.
What is Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's median grant in 2024 was $75,000, and its average grant was $556,250, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust give grants?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust gives mostly in California: 71% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Georgia (22%) and Nevada (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Francisco, CA (2 grants) and Atlanta, GA (2 grants).
Does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support to Public Charity" (8 grants).
Who are Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's largest 2024 grantees include Schwab Charitable DAF ($3,000,000), Emory University ($900,000) and Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe ($250,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 93% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Emerald Gate Charitable Trust?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust reported $178.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $7.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8.0M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust fund?
Emerald Gate’s mission is to assist with human transformation, individually and socially, by solving real-world problems through innovative, practical approaches. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Emerald Gate Charitable Trust?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's EIN?
Emerald Gate Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-6977596. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Emerald Gate Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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