Bosse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bosse Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,600 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $12,000. 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$23,600
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$13,235
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,498 the year before.
86% 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 | $218,800 | 4 | $3,072 |
| 2024 | $13,498 | 3 | $36,892 |
| 2025 | $23,600 | 7 | $13,235 |
How to apply
Bosse 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
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $23,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum | General support | $12,000 |
| Senior Concerns | General support | $5,900 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Conejo Valley | General support | $4,700 |
| Ucp of Los Angeles Ventura & Santa Barbara | General support | $500 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara Country | General support | $300 |
| Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation | General support | $100 |
| Uncle Kory Foundation | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur J Bosse
- Terry A Bartlett
- Brian J Gray
- Catherine M Romero
Questions people ask
Does Bosse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bosse Foundation give?
$23,600 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bosse Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur J Bosse (President and Director), Terry A Bartlett (Secretary and Director), Brian J Gray (Treasurer and Director) and Catherine M Romero (Director).