Blits Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blits Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$587,688
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $20,000 | 4 | $492,842 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 4 | $525,971 |
| 2025 | $28,000 | 5 | $587,688 |
How to apply
Blits 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $28,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canticle Farm | Funding for project adapt: publishing anthology of articles on sustainability and care for the earth. | $18,000 |
| Zen Caregiving Project | General program support. | $4,000 |
| Living Dying Project | General program support. | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Zen Center | Funding to support zen center programming. | $2,000 |
| Spirit Rock Meditation Center | General program and center support. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn L Camastral
- Brian M Camastral
- Ryan T Camastral
- Caitlin A Camastral
Questions people ask
Does Blits Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blits Foundation give?
$28,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Blits Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn L Camastral (President), Brian M Camastral (Cfo and Secretary), Ryan T Camastral (Project Manager) and Caitlin A Camastral (Project Manager).