The Foster Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Foster Family Foundation is a private foundation in Stockton, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$42.6 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
24% 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 | $2.0 million | 23 | $38.6 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 24 | $41.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 21 | $42.6 million |
How to apply
The Foster Family 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 Foster Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $1.8 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union Rescue Mission | Charitable | $300,000 |
| SRD Straightening Reins | Charitable | $201,660 |
| Celiac Disease Foundation | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Meet Each Need With Dignity (Mend) | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Bumblebee Foundation | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Casa Youth Shelter | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Casa Pacifica | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Empowered Network | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Heavenly Home | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Lincoln Presidential Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| The Mark & Jacob Iskander Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| There With Care | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Caregivers Volunteers Assisting the Elderly | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Physicians for Social Responsibility - la | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Stanford University | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Hit Living Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Project Street Vet | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Solutions for Change | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Cake Changes Everything | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Simi Valley Bulldogs | Charitable | $2,989 |
Officers and trustees
- Camille A Davenport
- Christina Kirkpatrick
- Judith Warren Esq
Questions people ask
Does The Foster Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foster Family Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Foster Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Camille A Davenport (President), Christina Kirkpatrick (Treasurer) and Judith Warren Esq (Secretary).
What does The Foster Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness and health.