The James G Boswell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James G Boswell Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $8.0 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$8.0 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$142 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9.3 million the year before.
67% 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 | $3.6 million | 28 | $156 million |
| 2024 | $9.3 million | 15 | $152 million |
| 2025 | $8.0 million | 21 | $142 million |
How to apply
The James G Boswell 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 James G Boswell Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $7.6 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Children's Healthcare Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $2.0 million |
| Huntington Hospital | Boswell fund for surgical advancement | $2.0 million |
| Ag One Foundation | Plant pathology lab and student interactive area | $1.0 million |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution - installment 1 of 2 | $500,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution - installment 2 of 2 | $500,000 |
| California FFA Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $300,000 |
| California FFA Foundation | Daniel j. Boswell memorial fund | $300,000 |
| California Agricultural Leadership Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $250,000 |
| Corcoran Community Foundation | 2025 - 2026 col. James g. Boswell scholarship | $183,200 |
| California Foundation for Ag in the Classroom | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $100,000 |
| Huntington Medical Research Institute | Boswell endowed postdoctoral fellows | $100,000 |
| California Institute of Technology | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $100,000 |
| California Policy Center | Contribution in support of ca. Water infrastructure solutions | $75,000 |
| Corcoran Unified School District | Corcoran high school ffa | $35,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Sequoias | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| Cos Foundation | 2025 jumpstart mechanized ag program | $25,000 |
| Sequoia Riverlands Trust | Support for kaweah oaks preserve | $25,000 |
| Euhs Ag Department | Farm vehicles covered parking project | $20,412 |
| Cos Foundation | Equipment tech program | $14,500 |
| The Jonah & Travis Drug Awareness Fnd | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $2,000 |
| Scott Kirschenmann Family Foundation | 2025 unrestricted contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Boswell
- Cameron M Boswell
- George W Wurzel
- Amber R Jaramillo
Questions people ask
Does The James G Boswell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James G Boswell Foundation give?
$8.0 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The James G Boswell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James W Boswell (President), Cameron M Boswell (Vice President & Secretary), George W Wurzel (Vice President & Treasurer) and Amber R Jaramillo (Executive Director).
What does The James G Boswell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.