The Don Yoder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Don Yoder Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Rosa, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $259,100 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $40,000. 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$259,100
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $257,200 the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $285,030 | 30 | $5.2 million |
| 2023 | $257,200 | 28 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $259,100 | 24 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
The Don Yoder 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 Don Yoder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $207,500 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $12,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $4,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Palliative care, neuroscience | $40,000 |
| Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation | Cancer support services | $40,000 |
| Choc Children's Foundation | Pediatric psychology post-doctoral fellow | $25,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General support | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warior Project | Medical | $12,500 |
| American Red Cross - Haiti Relief | Medical | $10,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Provide support in crisis zones | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Education | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties | Education | $10,000 |
| The Wooden Floor | General support | $10,000 |
| Age Well Orange County | Elder care | $7,500 |
| Council on Aging - Sonoma County Meals on Wheels | Elder care | $7,500 |
| Changent Nurse Family Partnership Orange County | Provide medical support | $5,000 |
| Changent Nurse Family Partnership Sonoma County | Provide medical support | $5,000 |
| Engineers Without Boarders USA | General support | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Orange County | Education | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity- Sonoma County | General support | $5,000 |
| Nami- Orange County | Mental health | $5,000 |
| Nami- Sonoma County | Mental health | $5,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Food insecurity | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County | Child hunger strategy program | $5,000 |
| Waymakers | Homelessness/mental health | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | Service | $4,100 |
| Operation Surf | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kaitlyn Badgley Flowers
- Coleman Badgley
- Debora Lee
- Allison Badgley
- Pamela Yoder
- Judy Yoder Badgley
Questions people ask
Does The Don Yoder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Don Yoder Foundation give?
$259,100 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs The Don Yoder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kaitlyn Badgley Flowers (Director), Coleman Badgley (Director), Debora Lee (Director) and Allison Badgley (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Don Yoder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.