The Boucher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Boucher Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$185,000
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $180,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 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 | $190,000 | 40 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 44 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 44 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Boucher 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 Boucher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 32 | $162,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities | Support of public charity | $26,000 |
| Martha's Kitchen | Support of public charity | $14,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Support of public charity | $14,000 |
| Loaves & Fishes | Support of public charity | $13,000 |
| Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence | Support of public charity | $13,000 |
| Second Harvest Silicon Valley | Support of public charity | $13,000 |
| Sacred Heart Community Services | Support of public charity | $10,000 |
| Ability Path | Support of public charity | $8,000 |
| Alzheimer Association | Support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Incourage | Support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Nceft | Support of public charity | $5,000 |
| Monterey SPCA | Support of public charity | $4,000 |
| Ferel Cat Foundation | Support of public charity | $3,000 |
| Humane Society Silicon Valley | Support of public charity | $3,000 |
| Santa Clara County Animal Shelter | Support of public charity | $3,000 |
| St Patrick Seminary | Support of public charity | $3,000 |
| The House Institute Foundation | Support of public charity | $3,000 |
| AARP | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| American Lung Association | Support of public chariy | $2,000 |
| Berkeley Humane | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Camp Tuolumne Trails | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Lucile Packard Foundation | Support of public charities | $2,000 |
| National Shrine of St Jude | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Porchlight A Family Justice Center | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Santa Cruz SPCA | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Save Mt Diablo | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Valley Health Foundation | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Wildlife Center Silicon Valley | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Youth Homes | Support of public charity | $2,000 |
| Animal Fix Clinic | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Animal Friends Rescue Project | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Center for Whale Research | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Toulumne County | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Pets in Need | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
| Shepard's Gate | Support of public charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Boucher
- Denise Boucher
Questions people ask
Does The Boucher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Boucher Family Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Boucher Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Boucher (Director) and Denise Boucher (Secretary).
What does The Boucher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and health.