Avonlea Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Avonlea Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Juan Capistrano, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $42,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$42,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$757,680
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $38,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $38,000 | 14 | $759,881 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 12 | $757,680 |
How to apply
Avonlea Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Avonlea Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $18,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $2,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swarthmore College - Elmer Winkler | School/education | $10,000 |
| Musical Theater Academy of Orange C | Arts - musical theater for kids | $5,000 |
| Brebeuf Preparatory School | School/education | $5,000 |
| Reed College | School/education | $5,000 |
| My Friend's Place | Homeless services | $3,500 |
| Stand Up for Kids | Various general charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Kristi's Cattitude | Aid to animals affected by the maui wildfires. | $2,500 |
| Laura's House | Victims services for abused women | $2,000 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Homeless services | $1,500 |
| Casa Romantica Cultural Center Gard | Historical society | $1,500 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Homeless services | $1,500 |
| Shared Hope International | Victim services - human trafficking victims | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Holly W Robinson
- Glyn A Robinson
Questions people ask
Does Avonlea Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Avonlea Charitable Foundation give?
$42,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Avonlea Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Holly W Robinson (Trustee) and Glyn A Robinson (Director).
What does Avonlea Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and housing and homelessness.