How to apply
In writing: Purpose of organization and need Contact: Kari L Anderson, 2800 Cormier Drive, Bakersfield, Ca, 6613933320 Deadlines: N/A Restrictions: Applicants must be in agreement with the foundation's goals, as described in the grant making policy.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
16 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sleepy Baby Box FoundationBakersfield, CA | Assisting children in the community | $62K |
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital FoundationBakersfield, CA | Allows the hospital to continue to provide state-of-the-art equipment and technology | $50K |
| Global FamlyBakersfield, CA | Therapeutic farmhouse for survivors of human trafficking in kern county | $50K |
| American Heart AssociationBoone, IA | Funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living and fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce dis… | $50K |
| Pli InternationalTustin, CA | Training programs for post-seminary graduates, pastors, etc. | $45K |
| St John's Lutheran ChurchBakersfield, CA | Building project & general support | $30K |
| StarsPasadena, CA | Supports mental and physical health of young people and their families | $25K |
| Bakersfield Master ChoraleBakersfield, CA | General support | $20K |
| Hoffman HospiceBakersfield, CA | Voices of inspiration | $10K |
| Kern Dance AllianceBakersfield, CA | Books in motion | $10K |
| MareBakersfield, CA | Supports children, adults, and veterans of the community | $10K |
| Bakersfield Christian High SchoolBakersfield, CA | Financial assistance for students | $9,643 |
| Garces Alumni FundBakersfield, CA | Annual fund operations of the high school | $5,000 |
| OasisFort Worth, TX | General support | $5,000 |
| Vv Family FoundationBakersfield, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Wounded Heros Fund Kern CoBakersfield, CA | Assisting injured service members | $5,000 |
By state: California 14 · Iowa 1 · Texas 1
About this foundation
Robert Grimm Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Bakersfield, California, administered in care of Robert a Grimm, tax-exempt since 2001. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Robert Grimm Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. In writing: Purpose of organization and need Deadlines: N/A.
How much does Robert Grimm Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $392K across 16 grants, a median of $15K.
Where does Robert Grimm Family Foundation give?
California (14 grants), Iowa (1 grants), Texas (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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