Foundations that fund organizations in Indian Wells, Arizona
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Indian Wells nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $107K to Indian Wells organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Indian Wells around $27K. 0 of these funders are based in Arizona; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Indian Wells
- $107K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $27K
- Based in AZ
- 0%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Indian Wells organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Schmidt Family Foundation | Palo Alto, CA | 1 | $60K | $60K | Yes | Fostering youth development and leadership |
| The Harold C Smith Foundation to Promote Christianity | Wheaton, IL | 1 | $27K | $27K | Preselected only | Us youth: support bita hochee youth and kids camp |
| National Recreation Foundation Incorporated | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | In support of youth outdoor recreation programs |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Indian Wells, Arizona?
The Schmidt Family Foundation, The Harold C Smith Foundation to Promote Christianity, National Recreation Foundation Incorporated reported grants to Indian Wells organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Indian Wells. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.