B Quest
Preselected recipients only
B Quest is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$36.4 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
48% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 36 | $25.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 28 | $36.4 million |
How to apply
B Quest 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What B Quest funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $1.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Climate Integrity | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Building Electrification Institute San Diego | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Climate Action Campaign | Support policy action in san diego and ca | $250,000 |
| Maac | Support of ev access project | $175,000 |
| Maac | Support of next level project | $150,000 |
| The Childrens Initiative | General operating support | $150,000 |
| San Ysidro Health | Ev charger installation | $81,363 |
| Bethel AME San Diego Solar | Support affordable housing project | $57,816 |
| Casa Familiar | Solar installation | $50,000 |
| SANDIEGO350 | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Gofundmeorg | Weather resilience fund | $25,000 |
| Grid Alternatives San Diego | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Hammond Climate Solutions | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Koinonia Farm Inc | Support solar project | $25,000 |
| Miracosta College Foundation | Support students - housing stability | $25,000 |
| Oakhurst Presbyterian Church | Support solar project | $25,000 |
| Sharia's Closet | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Sherman Heights Community Center | Support solar project | $25,000 |
| Life Services Alternatives | Support solar project | $23,000 |
| Lands Sake Inc | Support solar project | $20,000 |
| Inspiration Transportation | To support the development of sustainable transportation to underserved communities. | $19,000 |
| Regents of the University of California | Support climate related research | $16,618 |
| Warren-Walker Promise Foundation | Support the school of young entrepreneurs | $10,000 |
| Northern California Land Trust | Support for an emergency replacement fund | $7,500 |
| Climate Action Campaign | Support the nexus san diego climate summit | $5,000 |
| Climate Action Campaign | General operating support | $5,000 |
| San Diego Children's Discovery | Support of nature night at the museum | $5,000 |
| Biodiversity Funders Group | General operating support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kara Ballester
- Andrew Ballester
Questions people ask
Does B Quest accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does B Quest give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs B Quest?
Its 2024 filing lists Kara Ballester (President) and Andrew Ballester (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does B Quest fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, youth programs and housing and homelessness.