Betlach Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Betlach Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $26,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$26,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,930 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $97,450 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $95,930 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Betlach Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $1.3 million |
| California | 4 | $82,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc Betlach Fund | Program support | $1.3 million |
| Oceanic Society | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Program support | $40,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Program support | $12,000 |
| Save the Redwoods League | Program support | $10,000 |
| Commonweal | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles J Betlach II
- Melanie Betlach
- Lou Haas
Questions people ask
Does Betlach Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Betlach Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $26,000.
Who runs Betlach Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles J Betlach II (President), Melanie Betlach (Secretary) and Lou Haas (Director).