Banc of California Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Banc of California Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Ana, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 339 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.2 million
- Number of grants339
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$883,155
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2024 was up from $974,133 the year before.
87% 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 | $974,133 | 97 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 339 | $883,155 |
How to apply
| Contact | Chris Garcia 3 Macarthur Place, Santa Ana, CA 92707 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | chris.garcia@bancofcal.com |
| What to submit | Grant agreement |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Banc of California Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 293 | $2.8 million |
| North Carolina | 16 | $179,000 |
| Colorado | 25 | $162,750 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Diversity Coalition | The purpose of this grant is to support economic development programs | $100,000 |
| Affordable Housing Clearinghouse | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $65,000 |
| Innovative Housing Opportunities | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $56,000 |
| USS Midway Museum | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $50,000 |
| West Angeles Community Development Corporation | The purpose of this grant is to support economic development programs | $50,000 |
| Via Care | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $40,000 |
| Bresee | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $35,000 |
| Project Access Inc | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $34,250 |
| Easter Seals Southern California | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $32,500 |
| IDEAL Community Development Corporation | The purpose of this grant is to support economic development programs | $30,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $30,000 |
| Mary Erickson Community Housing | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $30,000 |
| Oasis Center International | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $30,000 |
| Path | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $27,234 |
| Haven Neighborhood Services | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,500 |
| American Friends of Israel Navy Seals | The purpose of this grant is to support economic development programs | $25,000 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater San Diego | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Epicenter | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| Goodwill Central Coast | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Jobs Vision Success Los Angeles | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| LISC San Diego | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Corporation | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| Strive | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| THRIVE Community Land Trust | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| United Way of North Carolina | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Valley Economic Alliance | The purpose of this grant is to support economic development programs | $25,000 |
| Ventura County Community Development | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Clearinghouse CDFI | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| Orange County Community Housing Corporation | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $25,000 |
| Taller San Jose Hope Builders | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $25,000 |
| Groundswell | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $22,000 |
| Housing CA | The purpose of this grant is to support affordable housing | $21,000 |
| Orange County United Way | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $21,000 |
| African Leadership Group | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & Inland | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Orange Coast | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $20,000 |
| Cristo Rey San Diego High School | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $20,000 |
| El Nido Family Services | The purpose of this grant is to support community development programs | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Garcia
- Irene Chung
- Stan Ivie
- Samantha Haugh
- Hilary Streeter
- Deb Vrana
- Alex Kweskin
- Chris Baron
- Karen Hon
- Andrew Parker
Questions people ask
Does Banc of California Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Banc of California Charitable Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 339 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Banc of California Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chris Garcia (President), Irene Chung (Secretary), Stan Ivie (Chairman of Board) and Samantha Haugh (Board Member) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Banc of California Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, housing and homelessness and youth programs.