The Bellwether Foundation II
Preselected recipients only
The Bellwether Foundation II is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $350,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$350,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$16.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $930,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $930,000 | 16 | $16.1 million |
| 2024 | $350,000 | 8 | $16.8 million |
How to apply
The Bellwether Foundation II 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $280,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Partnership to End Domestic Violence | General support | $50,000 |
| Family Violence Appellate Project | General support | $50,000 |
| Family Violence Law Center | General support | $50,000 |
| Freefrom | General support | $50,000 |
| Vote Solar | General support | $50,000 |
| Coalition for Green Capital | General support | $35,000 |
| Groundswell Inc | General support | $35,000 |
| Breakthrough Institute | General support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jamiee Lisa Davis
- Paul Oliver Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Bellwether Foundation II accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bellwether Foundation II give?
$350,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Bellwether Foundation II?
Its 2024 filing lists Jamiee Lisa Davis (President) and Paul Oliver Davis (Secretary).