John Christopher Bunting Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Christopher Bunting Foundation is a private foundation in Sonoma, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$42,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$685,006
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was down from $64,500 the year before.
89% 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 | $84,435 | 15 | $735,541 |
| 2024 | $64,500 | 10 | $702,722 |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 9 | $685,006 |
How to apply
John Christopher Bunting 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 John Christopher Bunting Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $40,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Oakley Library | To directly support the oakley public library by funding educational programs, enhancing collections, and purchasing supplies. | $10,000 |
| Sonoma Valley Historical Society | To provide a forum and a resource for the study and dissemination of the sonoma valley history for present and future generations by identifying, collectimg, preserving and sharing artifacts, documents, and images. | $10,000 |
| Hanna Center | Support a comprehensive system of care aimed at healing trauma in youth and families through residential programs, education, and mental health services. | $6,000 |
| San Damenico School Annual Fund | To inspire students to develop character and integrity and to apply their academic knowledge to the challenges of our times in order to create a better world. | $5,000 |
| Sebastiani Theatre Foundation | Provides first-class performing arts, films and creative educational programs that inspire and entertain the entire community while preserving and enhancing sonomas treasured, historic theatre for the enjoyment of current and future generations. | $3,500 |
| Community Foundation Sonoma County | To advance the power of community members and resources to solve local challenges. | $2,500 |
| Sonoma County Vintners Foundation | Provides for efforts that have a direct impact in the areas of literacy, education, health & human services, the environment and arts & culture. | $2,500 |
| Young Americans for Liberty | To provide support for idenfification, education, training, and mobilization of youth activitist for advancing liberty on campus and in american electoral politics | $2,000 |
| The Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley | To provide support in providing resources, time and energy to help solve community challenges in the somoma valley | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy J Cline
Questions people ask
Does John Christopher Bunting Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Christopher Bunting Foundation give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs John Christopher Bunting Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy J Cline (Chairperson).
What does John Christopher Bunting Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.