The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation is a private foundation in San Carlos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,300 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$42,300
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$443,891
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,000 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 | $45,000 | 5 | $436,272 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 5 | $430,399 |
| 2025 | $42,300 | 5 | $443,891 |
How to apply
The WF and Marie A Batton 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 WF and Marie A Batton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $32,300 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lucille Packard Children's Hospital | Funds for chariot challenge program and make my stay program | $12,000 |
| The Mayo Clinic | Funds for the study and treatment of amyloidosis | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank - Cypress Center | Funds for the summer meal program for kids and the holiday food drive | $10,000 |
| Saint Francis Center | Funds for the music program | $9,300 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame | For the general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Balzer
- Harold J Balzer
- Debra Alvarez
- Lindsay Balzer
- Rosalie Balzer
- Tamara Balzer
- Lisa Cole
Questions people ask
Does The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation give?
$42,300 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ryan Balzer (Secretary), Harold J Balzer (Treasurer), Debra Alvarez (Director) and Lindsay Balzer (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The WF and Marie A Batton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.