From public IRS filings
UPWARD SCHOLARS
REDWOOD CITY, CA · Education
Mission
Upward Scholars provides adult immigrants the boost they need to move up the economic ladder through education and career development support.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$1.2M
Total expenses
$1.3M
Total assets
$1.3M
Program expense ratio
6714%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds UPWARD SCHOLARS
$1.5M in foundation grants on record from 24 funders — from IRS 990 grant line items.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon Valley Community Foundation | $642K | 2 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $261K | 2 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $218K | 4 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $195K | 4 |
| Life Science Cares | $150K | 3 |
| American Online Giving Foundation | $150K | 4 |
| Palo Alto Community Fund | $80K | 2 |
| Pwc Foundation | $75K | 3 |
| Embarcadero Media Foundation | $70K | 2 |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospitals | $50K | 2 |
Leadership
Erika Pretell — President (Principal officer)
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