The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Montecito, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,148 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $14,500. 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$84,148
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$14,500
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,986 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $69,245 | 52 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $70,986 | 52 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $84,148 | 43 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family 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 The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 29 | $50,768 |
| New York | 8 | $24,158 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $972 |
| Washington | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robert H Jackson Center | Charitable | $14,500 |
| Montecito Retirement Associaton | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chautauqua Institution | Charitable | $5,400 |
| City Year- Los Angleles | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Direct Relief International | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Qplus Collective | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sansum Clinic | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ensemble Theater | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Jewish Community Center-Palo Alto | Charitable | $3,048 |
| Eden Reforestation Projects | Charitable | $3,015 |
| Women's Fund of Santa Barbara | Charitable | $2,750 |
| Human Rights Watch | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ucsb (Uc Regents) | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Diamond Peak Ski Education Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Kclu Public Radio | Charitable | $1,500 |
| PBS of Socal | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Asu Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Blue Deer Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of Santa Barbara | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Foundation for SBCC | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Comedy Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Transition House | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Charitable | $722 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $512 |
| Music Academy of the West | Charitable | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Club Preservation Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Hillel | Charitable | $500 |
| Santa Barbara South Coast Firefighter Foundation Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Art | Charitable | $259 |
| Amnesty International USA | Charitable | $258 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charitable | $250 |
| Chautauqua Lake Association | Charitable | $250 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates (Casa) | Charitable | $250 |
| KCRW | Charitable | $250 |
| Youth Opportunities Unlimited | Charitable | $250 |
| Venus Family Clinic | Charitable | $230 |
| Dignity Moves | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Arnold Bellowe
- Jill Bellowe
- Stacy Tager
- Greg Bellowe
Questions people ask
Does The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation give?
$84,148 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arnold Bellowe (President), Jill Bellowe (Secretary/Treasurer), Stacy Tager (Director) and Greg Bellowe (Director).
What does The Arnold & Jill Bellowe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and international.