Blanche March Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blanche March Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Niguel, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $69,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$69,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $66,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $66,000 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $69,000 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Blanche March 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 Blanche March Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4 | $20,000 |
| California | 4 | $17,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimers Association | Research and support | $5,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Research and program assistance | $5,000 |
| Brigham Young University Baseball | Program assistance | $5,000 |
| Brigham Young University Softball | Program assistance | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | Cancer research and treatment | $5,000 |
| Hospice Foundation of America | Family assistance | $5,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | Cancer research and support | $5,000 |
| Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund | Family assistance | $5,000 |
| National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasia | Research and treatment | $5,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | Education and humanitarian aid | $5,000 |
| UCLA Department of Neurology | Program and research assistanceresearch & treatment | $5,000 |
| BYU Football | Program assistance | $5,000 |
| ALS Association | Program and research assistance | $5,000 |
| Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation | Research and support | $2,000 |
| Soccer for Hope | Cancer research and family assistance | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cami Tujague
- Marjorie Christoffersen
- Jeffrey Sterner
- Carol Sterner
Questions people ask
Does Blanche March Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blanche March Foundation give?
$69,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blanche March Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cami Tujague (President), Marjorie Christoffersen (Vice President), Jeffrey Sterner (Treasurer/Cfo) and Carol Sterner (Secretary).
What does Blanche March Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.