The Barrios Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Barrios Trust is a private foundation in Oakland, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $473,000 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$473,000
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $416,000 the year before.
53% 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 | $295,500 | 35 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $416,000 | 43 | $970,191 |
| 2025 | $473,000 | 48 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Barrios Trust 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Barrios Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 48 | $473,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earth Island Institute | Bay Area Wilderness Training | $15,000 |
| ARTogether | Music Program | $15,000 |
| Hack the Hood | Tech Education & Career Programs | $15,000 |
| Harmony Project Bay Area | General Support | $15,000 |
| Bay Area Urban Debate Commission | High School debate programs | $12,500 |
| Aspire Education Project | Reading Buddies Program | $12,500 |
| Individual | Youth Development Program | $12,500 |
| Oakland Literacy Coalition | Reading Everywhere Program | $12,500 |
| The Crucible | Youth Industrial Arts Program | $10,000 |
| Chabot Space Science Center | General Support | $10,000 |
| Prescott Circus Theatre | Theater Arts Program | $10,000 |
| Destiny Arts Center | Youth Dance Program | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Child Center | Oakland Freedom School | $10,000 |
| Individual | Summer program at Westlake MS | $10,000 |
| Earth Island Institute | KIDS for the Bay classroom education programs | $10,000 |
| Individual | Funding for tuition free after school choral music education programs | $10,000 |
| Chapter 510 Ink | Creative Writing Program | $10,000 |
| Health Initiatives For Youth | Oakland Programs | $10,000 |
| Oakland School for the Arts | Step It Up Program | $10,000 |
| Community Resources For Science | BASIS Program | $10,000 |
| Fresh Lifelines for Youth | Oakland Youth Programs | $10,000 |
| Youth Alive | Youth Advocacy Program | $10,000 |
| Battle Tested Kids Inc | Weekend Clinics & AAU Program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Academic Enrichment Program | $10,000 |
| Luna Kids Dance | Kaiser School Program | $10,000 |
| Camps in Common | Youth Access To Nature Program | $10,000 |
| Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir | Middle School Music Program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Life Skills Curriculum Program | $10,000 |
| Community Alliance For Learning | Writer/Coach Connection Program | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $10,000 |
| Borp | Youth Sports Programs | $10,000 |
| Individual | Ailey Camp | $10,000 |
| Oakland Soccer Club | Youth Development Program | $10,000 |
| Running for Better Oakland | Youth Running Program | $10,000 |
| Individual | College Success Program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Auditorium Renovation Program | $10,000 |
| Blue Water Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $10,000 |
| Youth Beat | Media Arts Program for Youth | $10,000 |
| Individual | Leadership Programs | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne Casey
- Kaylea Perenon
- John Fanning
- Donald Carter
- Casey Wilson
- Taj Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Barrios Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barrios Trust give?
$473,000 in tax year 2025, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Barrios Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanne Casey (President), Kaylea Perenon (Director), John Fanning (Director) and Donald Carter (VP/Sect'y) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Barrios Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.