Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Burbank, California
11 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Burbank, California, holding $283M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob & Dolores Hope Foundationsince 1962 | $6.0M18 grants · 2024 | $150K | Preselected only | $75M |
| Roy and Patricia Disney Family Foundationsince 2016 | $4.9M164 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $151M |
| Rediger Family Foundationsince 1998 | $1.3M33 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $23M |
| Cecil B De Mille Foundationsince 1990 | $963K15 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $7.4M |
| Bley Stein Foundationsince 1968 | $701K30 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $2.5M |
| Harold Edelstein Foundationsince 2000 | $561K20 grants · 2024 | $23K | Preselected only | $7.3M |
| Red Leaf Family Foundationsince 2021 | $306K39 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $6.1M |
| Aylozyan Family Foundationsince 2022 | $220K2 grants · 2024 | $110K | Preselected only | $4.5M |
| Painless Research Foundationsince 2011 | $126K2 grants · 2024 | $63K | Preselected only | $2.3M |
| Simmons Family Charitable Foundationsince 1985 | $50K1 grants · 2025 | $50K | Yes | $1.6M |
| Jevan & Ruzanna Chimayan Foundationsince 2024 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.2M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in California
All 163| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2tomorrow | Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)CaliforniaDepartment of Transportation | Department of Transportation | Up to $10M |
| Nov 2tomorrow | Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Grant for Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)CaliforniaEmployment Development Department | Employment Development Department | Up to $1.3M |
| Nov 2tomorrow | 2026 CalAgPlate Grant ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $196K |
| Nov 2tomorrow | The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27CaliforniaDepartment of Parks and Recreation | Department of Parks and Recreation | Not listed |
| Nov 32 days | 2026 California Nutrition Incentive ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $13M |
| Nov 43 days | Youth Community Access Grant Program (Round 4)CaliforniaCA Natural Resources Agency | CA Natural Resources Agency | Up to $300K |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Burbank, California?
Our directory lists 11 private grantmaking foundations in Burbank, California with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $283M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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