The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I
Preselected recipients only
The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $675,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$675,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $377,603 the year before.
48% of its 2024 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 | $377,603 | 23 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $675,000 | 27 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $185,757 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $231,550 |
| Delaware | 1 | $86,505 |
| Arizona | 3 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $8,600 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,200 |
| Idaho | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $233 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Challenging Heights | Community services | $100,000 |
| Legado de Esperanza Foundation (Legacy of Hope) | Community services | $86,505 |
| Nuevo Amanecer Juntos (New Dawn Together Assoc) | Community services | $60,757 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Community services- employment | $50,000 |
| Thorn | Develop technology to fight child sexual abuse | $50,000 |
| Collette's Children's Home | Community services-homeless shelter | $25,000 |
| Escuela de la Calle | Community services | $25,000 |
| Mary's Path | Community services | $25,000 |
| Fristers | Community services-low income dads and teen parents | $15,000 |
| Homeless Youth Connection | Community services | $15,000 |
| Human Options Inc | Community services-shelter support services for family & children | $15,000 |
| Teen Leadership Foundation | Community services-transitional housing | $15,000 |
| Friendly Center Inc | Community services | $12,000 |
| New Pathways for Youth | Community services-youth assistance in shelters | $10,000 |
| Reignite Hope | Community services | $10,000 |
| Team Kids Inc | Community services | $10,000 |
| Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation | Community services | $5,000 |
| Tsic of Sarasota County Inc | Community services | $3,000 |
| We Care Manatee | Community services | $3,000 |
| Access California Services | Community services | $2,200 |
| BRIDGE21 Park City LLC | Community services | $2,200 |
| Beyond Blindness | Community services | $2,100 |
| Boy Scouts of America Central FL Council | Community services-youth services | $1,350 |
| YMCA of Southwest Florida | Community services | $1,250 |
| Junior Achievement of Idaho | Community services-youth services | $500 |
| Families Forward | Community services | $250 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hosptal | Community services- cancer research | $233 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Hovde
- Carson Lappetito
- Nicole Bice
- Kent Smith
- Kara Trebs
Questions people ask
Does The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I give?
$675,000 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Hovde (Chairman), Carson Lappetito (Trustee), Nicole Bice (Executive Director) and Kent Smith (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, youth programs and housing and homelessness.