Foundations that fund organizations in Cherry Valley, California
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Cherry Valley nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $715K to Cherry Valley organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Cherry Valley around $10K. 3 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 Cherry Valley
- $715K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in CA
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Cherry Valley organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shemastella Foundation | Irvine, CA | 1 | $700K | $700K | Yes | Catholic mission |
| The Confidence Foundation | Pasadena, CA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | To support the outdoor academy |
| Stewart Laura May T U W | Pennington, NJ | 1 | $2,706 | $2,706 | Yes | Unrestricted general |
| The Paul D Ware Foundation | Highland, CA | 1 | $2,200 | $2,200 | Preselected only | General support |
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 Cherry Valley, California?
Shemastella Foundation, The Confidence Foundation, Stewart Laura May T U W, The Paul D Ware Foundation reported grants to Cherry Valley 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 Cherry Valley. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.