The Bynum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bynum Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,700 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$21,700
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$258,331
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,404 the year before.
29% 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 | $12,500 | 12 | $242,106 |
| 2024 | $21,404 | 13 | $233,645 |
| 2025 | $21,700 | 14 | $258,331 |
How to apply
The Bynum 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 Bynum Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $14,200 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Helping Hands for South Sudan | Donation | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos | Donation | $2,700 |
| Assistance League of San Jose | Donation | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Donation | $2,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation | Donation | $1,500 |
| Child Advocates of Silicon Valley | Donation | $1,000 |
| Child Fund International | Donation | $1,000 |
| Cornell University | Donation | $1,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Donation | $1,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | Donation | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Donation | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Donation | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Silicon Valley | Donation | $1,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- O William Bynum Jr
- Robert F Bynum
- Donald G Chastain
Questions people ask
Does The Bynum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bynum Family Foundation give?
$21,700 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Bynum Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists O William Bynum Jr (President, Director), Robert F Bynum (VP, Sec-Treas, Director) and Donald G Chastain (Director).
What does The Bynum Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.