George and Ruth Bradford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George and Ruth Bradford Foundation is a private foundation in Boonville, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $345,300 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,500. 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$345,300
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,500
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $413,000 the year before.
61% 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 | $413,000 | 45 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $345,300 | 56 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
George and Ruth Bradford 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 George and Ruth Bradford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 54 | $341,300 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Plowshares | Meals on wheelslaundry equipment | $20,500 |
| Hospice of Ukiah | Program fundingav hospice | $17,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Food for the needy | $13,000 |
| Willits Food Bank | Food for the needy | $13,000 |
| Av Community Services District | Community park | $12,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Local food banks | $11,000 |
| Space | Youth theatrics | $11,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Ukiah | Youth activities | $10,000 |
| Howard Healthcare Foundation | Medical services | $10,000 |
| Mendocino County Fair | Youth livestock show | $10,000 |
| Mendocino County Farm Bureau | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Ukiah Senior Center | Lunch bunch | $10,000 |
| Uc Davis Advancement Services | Uc foundation/krone endowment | $10,000 |
| Learn About Ag | Ag education | $9,000 |
| Av Food Bank | Food for the needy | $8,000 |
| Ca Rangeland Trust | Ag land preservation | $8,000 |
| Fort Bragg Food Bank | Food for the needy | $8,000 |
| Historical Society of Mendo Cty | Building fund | $8,000 |
| La Vida Charter School | Generator | $8,000 |
| Point Arena Food Bank | Food for the needy | $8,000 |
| Ford Street Projectukiah Community Food Bank | Food for the needy | $8,000 |
| Casa of Mendocino County | Volunteer program | $7,000 |
| Special Olympics of N Ca | Special needs program | $7,000 |
| Willits Seniors Inc | Meals on wheels | $7,000 |
| City of Ukiah | Community events | $6,000 |
| Grace Hudson Museum | General fund | $6,000 |
| Alex Rorabaugh Rec Center | Youth recreation program | $5,000 |
| Cancer Resource Center | Patient services | $5,000 |
| Friends of Berkeley Tuolumne | Replanting trees | $5,000 |
| Lake County Symphony Assn | Allegro program | $5,000 |
| Pediatric Dental Initiative of the North Coast Inc | Low income dental care | $5,000 |
| Ukiah High School | Stem club | $5,000 |
| Ukiah Valley Xmas Effort | Holiday cheer | $5,000 |
| Mendo Food Network | Food banks | $4,000 |
| Av Elementary School | Field trip | $3,000 |
| Av Senior Center | Senior services | $3,000 |
| Ca 4-H Foundation | Youth activities | $3,000 |
| Flockworks | Student art programs | $3,000 |
| Mendocino College Foundation | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Shriners Children's Processing Center | Childrens health svc | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Myrna L Oglesby
- Peter R Bradford
- Bruce S Cameron
Questions people ask
Does George and Ruth Bradford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George and Ruth Bradford Foundation give?
$345,300 in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs George and Ruth Bradford Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Myrna L Oglesby (Secretary), Peter R Bradford (President) and Bruce S Cameron (Treasurer).
What does George and Ruth Bradford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and education.