Uncle Bean Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Uncle Bean Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Gaviota, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,160 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$27,160
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$623,669
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $36,240 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 | $27,000 | 2 | $659,665 |
| 2024 | $36,240 | 3 | $637,624 |
| 2025 | $27,160 | 3 | $623,669 |
How to apply
Uncle Bean Foundation Inc 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 Uncle Bean Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,160 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Living Church of God | Evangelize through radio and television broadcasts | $20,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Represent hundreds of americans in court, free of charge | $5,000 |
| Arroyo Grande Seventh-Day Adventist Church | To support additional church programs. | $2,160 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven C Cegelski
- Margaret C Cegelski
Questions people ask
Does Uncle Bean Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Uncle Bean Foundation Inc give?
$27,160 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Uncle Bean Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven C Cegelski (President) and Margaret C Cegelski (Secretary/Cfo).
What does Uncle Bean Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.