Bickerstaff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bickerstaff Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
70% 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 | $607,900 | 10 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 10 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 11 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Bickerstaff 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.
What Bickerstaff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $604,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $300,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $34,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $21,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Empowerment Mission Inc | Provide relief aid to the people of all global regions displaced by hurricanes and other natural disasters | $300,000 |
| Individual | Connecting people to service and education through immersive events that uplift communities in need and amplify the impact of trusted nonprofits. | $234,000 |
| Illumination Foundation | To provide meals, after school programs, and counseling for children in homeless families. | $225,000 |
| Ethan's Smile Foundation | To carry forward the legacy of ethan by providing scholarships that enable others to follow their dreams. | $100,000 |
| The Miraculous Love Kids | Help children in poverty-stricken areas & war zones w/ clean water, food, clothes, shelter,medicine | $65,000 |
| Heads Up Youth Foundation | To reach out and give a helping hand, to as many youngsters as possible, to nurture and to encourage them to keep their heads up, despite the adversities and challenges they face, to provide them with a chance at a better future so they can prosper in life and in our communities. | $40,000 |
| Christian Missionary Fellowship International | Create dynamic christ-centered communities that transform the world | $34,000 |
| Heroic Hearts | To provide crucial aid to families in crisis, especially those affected by conflict, disasters, and extreme poverty. | $21,000 |
| Real Time Rescue | To assisting people transitioning out of homelessness, as well as those facing economic difficulties that impact their ability to care for their companion animals. | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Orange County | To provide service to people in need, promote their voice in society, and to call the church and all people to do the same. | $10,000 |
| First Step House Orange County | Help people build lives of meaning, purpose, and recovery | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah J Bickerstaff
- Glen E Bickerstaff
Questions people ask
Does Bickerstaff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bickerstaff Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Bickerstaff Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah J Bickerstaff (President) and Glen E Bickerstaff (Secretary).
What does Bickerstaff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and faith communities.