Foundations that fund organizations in Somes Bar, California
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Somes Bar nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $60K to Somes Bar 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 Somes Bar around $10K. 2 of these funders are based in California; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Somes Bar
- $60K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in CA
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Somes Bar organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ford Family Foundation | Roseburg, OR | 1 | $50K | $50K | Yes | Teacher and Community Schools Coordinator |
| The Joseph and Vera Long Foundation | Walnut Creek, CA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Paddle tribal waters: connecting rivers in northern califor… |
| Robert & Margaret McNamara Foundation | Winters, CA | 1 | $200 | $200 | Preselected only | Charitable |
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 Somes Bar, California?
The Ford Family Foundation, The Joseph and Vera Long Foundation, Robert & Margaret McNamara Foundation reported grants to Somes Bar 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 Somes Bar. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.