Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in San Clemente, California
16 grantmaking foundations headquartered in San Clemente, California, holding $159M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Doyle Foundation Incsince 1997 | $2.7M267 grants · 2024 | $2,000 | Yes | $60M |
| Gatherer Family Foundationsince 1998 | $1.7M32 grants · 2025 | $11K | Preselected only | $29M |
| It Takes a Family Foundation Incsince 1997 | $758K35 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $5.2M |
| Lewis Brunswick & Rebecca Matoff Foundation Incsince 1999 | $726K43 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $7.8M |
| W Sherman Winseman Foundationsince 1978 | $344K35 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $22M |
| Susan Scott Foundationsince 1994 | $340K14 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $3.6M |
| Eichenberg-Larson Charitable Foundationsince 1991 | $295K17 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $8.0M |
| Russell W Butterworth Foundationsince 2012 | $201K22 grants · 2025 | $7,500 | Preselected only | $3.2M |
| M & M Whitmire Family Foundationsince 1998 | $159K9 grants · 2024 | $20K | Yes | $3.6M |
| Lee Graff Foundationsince 1990 | $154K11 grants · 2025 | $16K | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| Alexander S Alacche Foundationsince 2008 | $151K18 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $1.5M |
| Sorci Family Foundationsince 1998 | $95K16 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| Baker Kwon Family Foundationsince 2024 | $75K3 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $2.4M |
| Tom Klemens Family Foundationsince 2012 | $72K8 grants · 2025 | $3,750 | Preselected only | $2.3M |
| Aaron B Jacob and Eunice I Jacobs Memorial Fundsince 1981 | $51K9 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $6.5M |
| Monis Foundationsince 2000 | $41K9 grants · 2024 | $4,500 | Preselected only | $1.5M |
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 159| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3tomorrow | 2026 California Nutrition Incentive ProgramCaliforniaCA Department of Food and Agriculture | CA Department of Food and Agriculture | Up to $13M |
| Nov 42 days | Youth Community Access Grant Program (Round 4)CaliforniaCA Natural Resources Agency | CA Natural Resources Agency | Up to $300K |
| Nov 53 days | FY 2027/28 CDFW Boating Access Grant ProgramCaliforniaDepartment of Fish and Wildlife | Department of Fish and Wildlife | Not listed |
| Nov 97 days | Employment and Training Pathways Program (ETPP) Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)CaliforniaEmployment Development Department | Employment Development Department | Up to $2.0M |
| Nov 1816 days | 2026 Local Partnership Competitive ProgramCaliforniaTransportation Commission | Transportation Commission | Not listed |
| Nov 1917 days | 2026 Solutions for Congested Corridors ProgramCaliforniaTransportation Commission | Transportation Commission | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in San Clemente, California?
Our directory lists 16 private grantmaking foundations in San Clemente, California with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $159M. 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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