Downey Kiwanis Foundation
Accepts applications
Downey Kiwanis Foundation is a private foundation in Downey, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $281,386 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,538 and the largest $143,125. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$281,386
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,538
- Largest grant$143,125
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $238,333 the year before.
42% 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 | $300,904 | 13 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $238,333 | 13 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $281,386 | 12 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Carmen Vasquez 10428 Haledon Ave, Downey, CA 90241 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (562) 291-9526 |
What Downey Kiwanis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $275,386 |
| Indiana | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 59 Graduating High School Students | Scholarship | $143,125 |
| Downey Family YMCA | Financial support for construction of new YMCA | $50,000 |
| Arc of Southeast Los Angeles | Financial support | $23,000 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | Bringing music to the 5th grade students of downey | $17,000 |
| Kiwanis Club of Downey Los Amigos | Support of pathfinder's leadership camp andchristmas shopping for disadvantaged children | $15,597 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | Financial support | $7,076 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | 3 scholarships for teachers of the year | $6,000 |
| Kiwanis International Children's Fu | Financial support to improve the lives of children around the world | $6,000 |
| Pih Health Foundation | Financial support | $5,000 |
| Downey Unified School District | Support of true lasting connection program | $4,838 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | Financial support for the shop with a cop program | $2,500 |
| Kiwanis Literacy Club Foundation | Purchase books for the children's literacy program | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Carmen Vasquez
- Leslie Jones
- Gary Nesbit
- Charles Pifer
- Steve Roberson
- Alan Frischer
- Stephen Chu
- John Casillas
- Jesse Padilla
- Phil Requejo
Questions people ask
Does Downey Kiwanis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Downey Kiwanis Foundation give?
$281,386 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,538.
Who runs Downey Kiwanis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carmen Vasquez (President), Leslie Jones (Secretary), Gary Nesbit (Treasurer) and Charles Pifer (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Downey Kiwanis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.