Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Bakersfield, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,400 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $26,094 and the largest $52,213. 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$129,400
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$26,094
- Largest grant$52,213
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,958 the year before.
50% 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 | $74,992 | 4 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $84,958 | 3 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $129,400 | 4 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable 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 Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $129,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Mission at Kern County | Property insurance and property taxes on building for shelter | $52,213 |
| Casa of Kern County | Interior decor and maintenance of shelter | $27,187 |
| Bakersfield Angels | Foster care support for children and caregivers | $25,000 |
| Garces Memorial High School | Support garces memorial high school students, families, & alumni. | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Jamieson
- Krystyna Jamieson
- Brian Busacca
Questions people ask
Does Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation give?
$129,400 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $26,094.
Who runs Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee Jamieson (Member), Krystyna Jamieson (Member) and Brian Busacca (Board and Audit Committee).
What does Lee and Krystyna Jamieson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness and human services.