The Borch Foundation
Accepts applications
The Borch Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 42 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.4 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
19% 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 | $680,980 | 33 | $12.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 39 | $11.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 42 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Christopher R Andrea W Borch 14315 Taos Drive, Saratoga, CA 95070 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 395-5585 |
| Deadlines | No deadline |
| Restrictions | Only for charitable purposes |
What The Borch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 | $1.3 million |
| California | 25 | $1.0 million |
| Utah | 1 | $45,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,750 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Furman University | Unrestricted | $1.3 million |
| University of SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA | Unrestricted | $927,704 |
| Best Friends | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Muttville | Unrestricted | $17,000 |
| Adventure Unlimited | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Humane Society | Unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Monterey Bay Acquarium | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest | Unrestricted | $4,500 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of SV | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $3,850 |
| Chestnut Hill BA | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Hope Services | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| LifeMoves | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Ghetto Rescue Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| San Jose State University | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Southwest YMCA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cherishability | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| West Valley Community Services | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Animal Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,750 |
| Longyear Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Nature Conservency | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Keepers of the Wild | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Arden Wood | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bill Wilson Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Dave Thomas Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Family Giving Tree | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cat Town | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cake for Kids | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Houston SPCA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cedars Camps Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pets Alive | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Christian Science Association of Pupils | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Twelve Acres | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Wish Book | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Heartland Animal Shelter | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea W Borch
- Christopher R Borch
Questions people ask
Does The Borch Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadline.
How much does The Borch Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Borch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea W Borch (Ceo) and Christopher R Borch (Cfo).
What does The Borch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and environment and conservation.