The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation is a private foundation in Ventura, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $575,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $29,600 and the largest $250,000. 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$575,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$29,600
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$16.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $536,000 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $948,000 | 6 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $536,000 | 8 | $14.9 million |
| 2025 | $575,000 | 11 | $16.4 million |
How to apply
The Gwendolyn Sexton 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 Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $465,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Community Dental Clinic | Clinic expansion capital campaign | $250,000 |
| World Food Program USA | General funding | $100,000 |
| YMCA of Glendale | General funding | $50,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Burbank | General funding | $50,000 |
| Ventura Family YMCA | General funding | $35,000 |
| Ventura Unified School Dist | After school care programs | $29,600 |
| Individual | General funding | $25,000 |
| Eagle Rock JRSR High School | Band uniforms | $19,400 |
| Children Incorporated | General funding | $10,000 |
| Glendale Unified School District | Adelante latinos program | $3,000 |
| Individual | General funding | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Regan
- David G Phinney
Questions people ask
Does The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation give?
$575,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $29,600.
Who runs The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Regan (Admin Trustee) and David G Phinney (Admin Trustee).
What does The Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.