The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $77,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$77,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$24.6 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 6 | $22.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 20 | $23.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 18 | $23.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 14 | $24.6 million |
How to apply
The Borbonus Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 12 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $41,565 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Ground | Gen support-veterans programs | $200,000 |
| American Classical School of Idaho | Education and veteran support | $190,000 |
| Wyakin Foundation | Gen support-veterans programs | $152,815 |
| Idaho Veterans Network Corporation | Gen support-veterans programs | $101,000 |
| First Tee of Idaho | General support-youth golf | $100,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | Gen support-veterans programs | $100,000 |
| Treasure Valley Classical Academy | Education support | $100,000 |
| Boise State University | Men/women golf programs | $55,000 |
| Idaho Veterans Assistance League | Gen support-veterans programs | $55,000 |
| Military Order of the Purple Heart | Gen support-veterans programs | $41,565 |
| Veterans Enterprise Alliance | General support-veterans programs | $25,000 |
| Gem State Blinded Vets Reg Assoc | General support-veterans programs | $16,566 |
| Syringa Speaker Series | Education support | $5,000 |
| Vietnam Veterans of America Idaho Chapter | Gen support-veterans programs | $1,565 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerhard Borbonus
- Ron Sali
- Cordell Chigbrow
- Stephen Lambert
- Veronique Borbonus
- Alexa Borbonus
- Hayward Sawyer
- Royce Chigbrow
Questions people ask
Does The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $77,500.
Who runs The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerhard Borbonus (President), Ron Sali (Vice President), Cordell Chigbrow (Treasurer) and Stephen Lambert (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Borbonus Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and education.