LB Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
LB Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Escondido, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.1 million in 123 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.1 million
- Number of grants123
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$53.5 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.6 million the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.9 million | 77 | $50.4 million |
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 114 | $52.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 123 | $53.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Marietta Pugal 2434 Auto Parkway 104, Escondido, CA 92029 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (760) 557-0088, grants@lbcharitablefoundation.org |
| What to submit | Grant applications are available online at lbcharitablefoundation.org. A copy of the application is attached to this return. The following materials should be submitted with the application: 1. W-9 2-NONPROFIT determination letter 3-ANNUAL report 4-SPECIFIC project/program budget for which request is being made 5-FORM 990 or annual audit |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted any time. Notice of approval, rejection or requests for additional |
| Restrictions | There are no general restriction or limitations on the awards at this time. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What LB Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 68 | $1.7 million |
| Virginia | 14 | $390,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $215,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $95,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $60,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $55,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $55,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wipe Out Kids Cancer | Program support | $100,000 |
| New Life for Youth Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| Love of Christ Fellowship | Program support | $100,000 |
| Collective Ministries Inc | Program support | $75,000 |
| Lanai Kinaole Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Program support | $50,000 |
| Jir Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Give Mentor | Program support | $50,000 |
| Give Mentor Love Sponsorship | Program support | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Program support | $50,000 |
| Calvary Chapel Managua | Program support | $50,000 |
| Thrive in Joy | Program support | $50,000 |
| Maranatha Chapel | Program support | $50,000 |
| Urban Yourth Collabor | Program support | $50,000 |
| East County Transitional Living Center | Program support | $50,000 |
| Core Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Find Feed & Restore | Program support | $50,000 |
| Agrarian Institute | Program support | $40,000 |
| 3XL Inc | Program support | $40,000 |
| Papa's House International | Program support | $40,000 |
| Jerry Ambrose Veteran Council | Program support | $40,000 |
| Blissful Seeds | Program support | $40,000 |
| Fellowship of Chistian Athletes | Program support | $35,000 |
| No Person Left Behind | Program support | $35,000 |
| Colonial Heights Food Pantry | Program support | $35,000 |
| Gleaners of Clackamas County | Program support | $35,000 |
| Operation Horses Heal | Program support | $35,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Program support | $30,000 |
| Vets Beyond the Uni | Program support | $30,000 |
| San Diego Rescue Mission | Program support | $30,000 |
| Anthem Church | Program support | $30,000 |
| Dcu Hope Center | Program support | $30,000 |
| New Creation Va Inc | Program support | $30,000 |
| Workshop for Warriors | Program support | $30,000 |
| USA Cares | Program support | $30,000 |
| Gateway Leadership | Program support | $30,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego | Program support | $25,000 |
| Soldiers Village | Program support | $25,000 |
| Hope on the Hard Road | Program support | $25,000 |
| Advancing Native Mission | Program support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marietta Pugal
- Abdon Pugal
- Jessie Mendoza
- Nestor Mendoza
- Millagros Pangilinan
- Karen Taguinod
- Narcissa Gray
- Corina Taguinod
- Romarico Mendoza
- Kenneth Taguinod
- Kristian Taguinod
Questions people ask
Does LB Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted any time. Notice of approval, rejection or requests for additional.
How much does LB Charitable Foundation give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2024, across 123 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs LB Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marietta Pugal (Board Chair/President & Ceo), Abdon Pugal (Board Member, VP & Cfo), Jessie Mendoza (Board Member/Vp Partnerships) and Nestor Mendoza (Board Member Governance Chair) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does LB Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and animals.