Foundations that fund organizations in Ceres, California
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ceres nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $245K to Ceres organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
12 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ceres around $12K. 2 of these funders are based in California; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ceres
- $245K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 12
- Typical median grant
- $12K
- Based in CA
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ceres organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corson Foundation for Canine Specia Walter T Rea Jr | Modesto, CA | 1 | $137K | $137K | Preselected only | New k9 specalty vehicle |
| The Antone and Marie Raymus Foundation | Manteca, CA | 9 | $107K | $12K | Yes | AP Physics class equipment; Funding for laser engraver and stem robotic dog; Funding for a new roof and gutters at Verdas Hous |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
| Ufp Industries Education Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Education - california state university |
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 Ceres, California?
Corson Foundation for Canine Specia Walter T Rea Jr, The Antone and Marie Raymus Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation, Ufp Industries Education Foundation reported grants to Ceres 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 Ceres. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.