Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$89,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $116,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $98,500 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $116,500 | 11 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $89,500 | 9 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $85,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Warrior Foundation Freedom Station | General Support | $20,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundaiton San Diego | General Support | $20,000 |
| San Diego Food Bank | General Support | $15,000 |
| Shriner Hospital for Children | General Support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Pacific S | General Support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $5,000 |
| Internation Clown Hall of Fame | General Support | $2,500 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Z Estrin
Questions people ask
Does Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc give?
$89,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Billy J Birdwell and Esme J Birdwell Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Z Estrin (President & CEO).