The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Mirage, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 103 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $165,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants103
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$26.3 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
49% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 53 | $22.8 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 79 | $26.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 103 | $26.3 million |
How to apply
The Coeta and Donald Barker 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 Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 93 | $1.3 million |
| Oregon | 10 | $348,465 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical | Provide financial assistance | $165,000 |
| Eisenhower Medical Center Foundatio | Eisenhower nurse residency program | $150,000 |
| University of Oregon Foundation | Support athletic club | $65,000 |
| Mizzell Center | Meels & wheels transportation prog. | $55,000 |
| South West College Foundation | Nursing program donation | $44,000 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum | Sponsorship & educational programs | $36,050 |
| Unity Shoppe | Support youth training program | $32,500 |
| Friends of Cultural Center | Support performing arts center | $30,000 |
| Sansum Diabetes Research Institute | Support health program | $30,000 |
| United Boys & Girls of Santa Barbar | Food program donation | $30,000 |
| Eugene Mission | Life change program & new flooring | $29,500 |
| Foundation of Palm Springs Unified School District | Education programs | $27,500 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Assoc | Walk to end alzheimers event | $25,000 |
| Angel View Inc | Children's outreach program | $25,000 |
| Cathedral City Senior Center | General operatin support | $25,000 |
| Desert AIDS Project | Palm springs AIDS memorial donation | $25,000 |
| Ronald Regan Presidential Foundation and Institute | Dead sea scrolls exhibit donation | $25,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Youth impact initiative | $25,000 |
| Community Partners for Grace Fisher | Inclusive arts clubhouse fees | $21,000 |
| Bags of Love | Donation for fill in gaps project | $20,000 |
| Family Service Agency of Santa Barb | Support healthy community | $20,000 |
| Martha's Village & Kitchen | Donation towards homeless housing | $20,000 |
| Monarch School Project | Health & navigation program | $20,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | Fellow scholarship for summer school | $20,000 |
| Santa Barbara Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse | Scholarship for low income families | $20,000 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Natural His | Support teen program | $20,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Provide medical services | $20,000 |
| The Dalmatian Dreams Foundation DBA Dream Foundation | Veterans program | $20,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine Clinic | Diabetic education program | $20,000 |
| Family YMCA of the Desert | Support youth activities | $17,800 |
| Alzheimer's Coachella Valley | Cognitive screening center | $15,000 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland Foundation | Junior botanist program | $15,000 |
| New Beginnings Counseling Center NBCC | Support veterans program | $15,000 |
| Palm Springs Cultural Center | Support of new cert. Farmers market | $15,000 |
| Parenting Now | Parenting programs donation | $15,000 |
| Santa Barbara Maritime Museum | Marine science education program | $15,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | Provide financial assistance | $15,000 |
| Well in the Desert | Hot meal program donation | $15,000 |
| Relief Nursery Inc | Lighting for nursery parking lots | $10,465 |
| Artists Council | Program expansion | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Dbrennan
- Dana E Newquist
- John V Buerstatte
- Melissa Russo
- John Williams
Questions people ask
Does The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 103 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Dbrennan (Trustee), Dana E Newquist (Chair), John V Buerstatte (Trustee) and Melissa Russo (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.