The Charles A Becker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Charles A Becker Foundation is a private foundation in Buellton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,374 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,300 and the largest $10,519. 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$33,374
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,300
- Largest grant$10,519
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $106,222 the year before.
20% 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 | $49,300 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $106,222 | 8 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $33,374 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Charles A Becker 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $33,374 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heal LA Foundation | General Support | $10,519 |
| Individual | General Support | $7,948 |
| San Francisco Conservatory of Music | General Support | $7,100 |
| Sojourn To the Past | General Support | $4,300 |
| Hearst Castle Foundation | General Support | $2,455 |
| Individual | General Support | $1,000 |
| Los Angeles Conservancy | General Support | $52 |
Officers and trustees
- G Eric Pleschner
- Dan Ela
- Steven Ross
- Chip Rich
- Cherie Sykes Plaisted
Questions people ask
Does The Charles A Becker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charles A Becker Foundation give?
$33,374 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,300.
Who runs The Charles A Becker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists G Eric Pleschner (President), Dan Ela (Secretary), Steven Ross (Director) and Chip Rich (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.