Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $610,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $207,000. 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$610,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$207,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $598,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $598,000 | 21 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $610,000 | 21 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Norris and Debra Bishton 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 Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $305,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $207,000 |
| New York | 2 | $55,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $207,000 |
| St John's Health Center Foundation | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $95,000 |
| Library Foundation of la | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $50,000 |
| Baryshnikov Arts Center Inc | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $35,000 |
| KCRW Building Fund | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $30,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Assoc | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $25,000 |
| NPR Foundation Building Fund | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $25,000 |
| New York Public Radio | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $20,000 |
| St Christopher School Edu Fund | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $20,000 |
| Hermandad Mexicana Nacional | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $10,000 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $10,000 |
| The Lange Foundation | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $10,000 |
| Bodytraffic | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $10,000 |
| Catalina Island Museum | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $5,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $5,000 |
| The Archer School for Girls | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $5,000 |
| The Broad Stage | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $5,000 |
| Berkeley Hall School | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $5,000 |
| The Stephen C Rose Legacy Foundation | Funds are donated without restriction of usage | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norris J Bishton
- Debra Bishton
- Norris J Bishton III
- Gregory W Bishton
- Blake G Bishton
- Evan S Bishton
Questions people ask
Does Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation give?
$610,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norris J Bishton (President), Debra Bishton (Director), Norris J Bishton III (Secretary/Treas) and Gregory W Bishton (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Norris and Debra Bishton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.