Batey Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Batey Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bakersfield, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $267,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$267,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $146,150 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 | $281,350 | 16 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $146,150 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $267,000 | 17 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Batey Family Charitable Trust 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 Batey Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $227,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advance Center for Eyecare | Donation for eyeglasses | $100,000 |
| North of the River Rec & Park District | Contribution made to the general fund | $50,000 |
| Kern County Museum Foundation | Contribution made to the general fund | $21,000 |
| Childcare Worldwide | Contribution made to the general fund | $20,000 |
| Casa Esperanza | Contribution made to the general fund | $17,500 |
| American Red Cross | Contribution made to the general fund | $15,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Sponsorship of the church. | $11,000 |
| Belmont University | Contribution made to the general fund | $10,000 |
| Project Best | Contribution made to the general fund | $5,000 |
| Bakersfield City Ballet | Contribution made to the general fund | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Contribution to the general fund | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Kern County | Contribution made to the general fund | $2,500 |
| Scouting America Southern Sierra Co | Contribution made to the general fund | $2,500 |
| Kern Community Foundation | Contribution made to the women's & girl's fund | $1,000 |
| Kern High School Foundation | Contribution made to project best | $500 |
| Misc Contributions Under 1000 | Contribution to the general fund | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | Contribution made to the general fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Gayle Batey
Questions people ask
Does Batey Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Batey Family Charitable Trust give?
$267,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Batey Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Gayle Batey (Trustee).
What does Batey Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and education.