The Cameron Foundation
Accepts applications
The Cameron Foundation is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,450 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $9,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,450
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$9,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $26,550 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $26,550 | 7 | $938,367 |
| 2024 | $25,450 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James W Cameron Jr 629 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (916) 557-9900 |
| What to submit | No standard form required. Written requests should include purpose for and amount of request, and a copy of IRS notification of tax-exempt status for qualification of charitable organization. |
| Restrictions | Any charitable, scientific or educational purpose. |
What The Cameron Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $25,450 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Sacramento Rotary Education Foundation | To provide educational scholarships for students in the west sacramento/clarksburg area. | $9,500 |
| River City High School Water Polo | To provide support for water polo program at river city high school. | $4,700 |
| West Sacramento Dolphins Swim Team (WSST) | To provide children of west sacramento and surrounding areas an opportunity to experience recreational, age group swimming in a semi-competitve setting | $3,750 |
| Heavenly Boosters | Delta high school sports program for equipment and activities. | $2,500 |
| West Sacramento Rotary Education Foundation | To provide educational scholarships for students in the west sacramento/clarksburg area. | $2,000 |
| Georgetown Divide Rotary Foundation Ryla and Regl Camps | 8th grade & high school leadership programs for georgetown divide area, ca | $1,000 |
| Georgetown Divide Rotary Foundation Scholarship Program | Scholarship programs for students in georgetown divide area schools | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | 2023 toys for tots-to provide toys for distribution to disadvantaged children in el dorado co, ca | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Cameron Jr
- Clark Cameron
Questions people ask
Does The Cameron Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Cameron Foundation give?
$25,450 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The Cameron Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James W Cameron Jr (Ceo & Director) and Clark Cameron (Secretary).
What does The Cameron Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.