BCM Foundation
Accepts applications
BCM Foundation is a private foundation in Whittier, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $946,950. 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 grants40
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$946,950
- Assets$54.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.9 million 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 | $2.9 million | 38 | $53.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 40 | $54.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James Shepard 8152 Painter Avenue Suite 201, Whittier, CA 90602 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (562) 696-0338, jbcm1897@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Unsolicited grant applications are not accepted; however, concept papers of 2-3 pages are reviewed. Include program description and background information on organization. |
What BCM Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 39 | $3.1 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $95,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Girls Club of Whittier | Programs | $946,950 |
| Interfaith Food Center | Operating Expenses and Capital Campaign | $235,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Program Operating Fund | $185,000 |
| United Peace Officers Against Crime | Kids to Camp and After School Program | $150,000 |
| Library Foundation of Los Angeles | Cybernaut Services | $125,000 |
| United Friends fo the Chiildren | General Operations | $125,000 |
| CASA of Los Angeles | Transition Age Youth Program | $100,000 |
| World Federation of Youth Clubs | General Operating Expenses | $95,000 |
| Kidspace Children's Museum | General Operations | $75,000 |
| Long Beach Museum of Art | General Operations | $75,000 |
| Natural History Museum | School and Teacher Programs | $75,000 |
| Helpline Youth Counseling Inc | General Operations | $75,000 |
| LA County High School for the Arts | General Operations | $75,000 |
| So Cal Grantmakers | General Operating Support | $59,500 |
| Whittier Historical Society | General Operating and Roof Replacement | $52,000 |
| Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times | Camp Programs | $50,000 |
| Puente Learning Center | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Social Emotional Wellness Initiativ | General Operating Grant | $50,000 |
| Food Finders | General Operations | $40,000 |
| Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra | Meet the Music Program | $40,000 |
| Whittier Regional Symphony | General Operations | $40,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Santa Monica | General Operations | $40,000 |
| A Place Called Home | General operations | $35,000 |
| Ryman Arts | General Operations | $35,000 |
| SPIRITT Family Services | General Operating Funds | $35,000 |
| Chorale Bel Canto | General Operations | $31,525 |
| Boys Girls Club Santa Clarita Valle | Programs | $30,000 |
| Education through Music | General Operations | $30,000 |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Scholarships | $30,000 |
| California School of the Arts | General Operations | $30,000 |
| Griffith Observatory Foundation | Observatory School Programs | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Music Art School | General Operating Grant | $25,000 |
| Al Wooten Jr Youth Center | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Children's Burn Foundation | General Operations | $25,000 |
| A Noise Within | Education Program | $20,000 |
| Los Angeles Repertory Theater | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Inner-City Arts | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Making the Right Connections | General Operations | $10,000 |
| South Coast Botanic Garden | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Rio Hondo College Foundation | General Operations | $9,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Shepard
- Karen P Shepard
Questions people ask
Does BCM Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does BCM Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs BCM Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James D Shepard (Trustee) and Karen P Shepard (Trustee).
What does BCM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.