Warsh-mott Legacy
Warsh-Mott Legacy (WML) is a private foundation based in Petaluma, California, established in 1985. It operates jointly with CS Fund (CSF), established in 1981 by Maryanne Mott and Herman Warsh. The two foundations share common program areas, staff, and boards of directors, considering proposals and making grants together as a unified entity.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$51.0M
+18.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.5M
-60.8% YoY
Grant Count
47
+11.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$32K
-64.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Warsh-mott Legacy reported a distributable amount of $2.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundations seek to "create an equitable democracy and achieve a just transition to regenerative economies and food systems." Their work is dedicated to progressive social change protecting human and environmental health, preserving biodiversity, preventing the commodification of life, and defending democracy.
The primary program areas are:
- Fighting False Solutions — addressing climate change and related environmental issues
- Food Sovereignty — supporting regenerative food systems
- Just Transitions — facilitating equitable economic transitions
- Rights and Governance — strengthening democratic institutions and human rights
Fighting False Solutions and Just Transitions together account for more than half of the foundations' giving. The foundations prioritize long-term support, with some beneficiaries receiving funding for over three decades.
Grantmaking
The foundations are described as supportive and sensitive funders that work to help grantees grow beyond their support. Small grassroots organizations have a reasonably good chance of receiving funding. The foundations' progressive politics significantly influence funding decisions.
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $10,000 to $2,490,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grantmaking is global in scope. Primary geographic focus areas include Alaska, California, and Hawaii.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of FY 2024:
- Total Assets: $51,008,295
- Total Giving: $1,502,500
- Total Revenues: $3,351,076
- Total Expenses: $1,251,667
Investment Income: $1,545,423 (FY 2024)
The foundations also engage in education and advocacy work in their areas of concern beyond direct grantmaking.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $51,008,295 | $43,049,291 | $40,295,647 |
| Revenue | $3,351,076 | $5,656,381 | $5,587,979 |
| Expenses | $1,251,667 | $5,576,619 | $1,964,750 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,555,340 | $3,854,320 | $1,591,703 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,244,707 | $2,549,115 | $2,317,779 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,349,046 | $2,247,140 | $2,221,983 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
160 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Warsh-mott Legacy
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Tides Foundation ($517,500), Global Exchange ($70,000), Apoyo Legal Al Emprendimiento Comunitario Inc (aleci) ($60,000).
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Bailey Malone is listed as Executive Director (as of 2016 tax filing).
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEE FED STATEMENT 15 FOR | EXPLANATION | — | — |
| BAILEY MALONE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 8 | — |
| CORINNE MEADOWS-EFRAM | VP/TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| KAU'I KELIIPIO | TREASURER/TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MARISE MEYNET STEWART | PRESIDENT/TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MARYANNE MOTT | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL WARSH | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| TERESA ROBINSON | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Warsh-mott Legacy fund?
The foundations seek to "create an equitable democracy and achieve a just transition to regenerative economies and food systems." Their work is dedicated to progressive social change protecting human and environmental health, preserving biodiversity, preventing the commodification of life, and defending democracy. The primary program areas are: • **Fighting False Solutions** — addressing climate change and related environmental issues • **Food Sovereignty** — supporting regenerative food systems
How do I apply for a grant from Warsh-mott Legacy?
**Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $10,000 to $2,490,000. **Recent Activity:** Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2024), the foundations made grants totaling $1,502,500. Notable recent grants include: • Tides Foundation (Donor Advised Fund): $517,500 • Global Exchange (Our World Is Not for Sale): $70,000 • American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (General Support): $45,000 The foundations are described as supportive and sensitive funders that work to help grantees gro…
Where does Warsh-mott Legacy make grants?
Grantmaking is global in scope. Primary geographic focus areas include Alaska, California, and Hawaii.
What size grants does Warsh-mott Legacy award?
In 2024, Warsh-mott Legacy awarded 47 grants totaling $1.5M — an average of about $32K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Warsh-mott Legacy required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Warsh-mott Legacy reported a distributable amount of $2.3M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Warsh-mott Legacy's EIN?
Warsh-mott Legacy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 68-0049658. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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