Building Dreams Foundation
Accepts applications
Building Dreams Foundation is a private foundation in Manteca, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $204,405 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $8,400 and the largest $22,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$204,405
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$8,400
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $139,679 the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 | $139,679 | 24 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $204,405 | 22 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Toni Raymus PO Box 2188, Manteca, CA 95336 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (209) 824-3080 |
| What to submit | Name, address, grant amount, and copy of non profit determination letter must be provided |
| Deadlines | October 31 of each year |
What Building Dreams Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $189,405 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Mantecalathrop | Grant to fund salaries & staffing for education center | $22,500 |
| Inner City Action | Grant to support operating costs | $20,795 |
| Calvary Community Church | Grant for improvements to auditrium sound and light systems | $20,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Grant to purchase property and pay for liability insurance for shelter properties | $20,000 |
| University of the Pacific | Grant used to help with operating costs | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Children | Grant to support operating costs | $15,000 |
| Without Permission | Grant to support operating costs | $14,500 |
| Child Abuse Prevention Council | Grant to support operating costs | $10,000 |
| Jackson 3 Foundation | Grant to support operating costs | $10,000 |
| Wide Horizons | Grant to support operating costs | $10,000 |
| Haven of Peace | Grant for organization's building and grounds upgrades | $8,800 |
| Young Life | Grant to support operating costs | $8,000 |
| Sierra High School | Grant for lobo gold program | $7,000 |
| Great Valley Bookfest | Grant for event sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Canine Companions | Grant to support operating costs | $3,000 |
| Manteca Right to Life | Grant used to purchase 20 car seats for less fortunate | $2,560 |
| Second Harvest Foodbank of SJ County | Grant to purchase nutrictious groceries for program providing food to low income children | $2,500 |
| YMCA | Grant to support operating costs | $2,000 |
| East Union Sober Grad | Grant for event sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Give Every Child A Chance | Grant to support operating costs | $1,000 |
| Inland Southern Califronia United Way | Grant to support operating costs | $650 |
| JFK PTO | Grant to support operating costs | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Toni Raymus
- Bob Raymus
- Laurie Raymus
- Andrew Sephos
Questions people ask
Does Building Dreams Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: October 31 of each year.
How much does Building Dreams Foundation give?
$204,405 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $8,400.
Who runs Building Dreams Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Toni Raymus (President), Bob Raymus (Vice President), Laurie Raymus (Director) and Andrew Sephos (Director).
What does Building Dreams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.