The Erstad Foundation
Accepts applications
The Erstad Foundation is a private foundation in Newbury Park, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$223,231
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $20,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,000 | 2 | $206,909 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 2 | $204,529 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $223,231 |
How to apply
| Contact | Harold R Potter P O Box 980, Newbury Park, CA 91319-0980 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (805) 498-1261 |
| What to submit | Submit Application for Evaluation. |
| Deadlines | Accepted at any Time |
What The Erstad Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Picture This Ministries Inc | Christian Education | $15,000 |
| Reconciliation Ministries | Christian Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Avis L Gilleland 3 OFFICER
- Carrie Jo Gilleland 1 INDIVID
- Eddie Anderson 1 INDIVID
Questions people ask
Does The Erstad Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Accepted at any Time.
How much does The Erstad Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Erstad Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Avis L Gilleland 3 OFFICER (President), Carrie Jo Gilleland 1 INDIVID (Director) and Eddie Anderson 1 INDIVID (Director).
What does The Erstad Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.