Foundations that fund organizations in Wasco, California
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Wasco nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $31K to Wasco organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Wasco around $5,000. 4 of these funders are based in California; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Wasco
- $31K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in CA
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Wasco organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resnick Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Donee's tax exempt purpose |
| Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation | Bakersfield, CA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Support local sports teams |
| Marchbanks Foundation Inc | Bakersfield, CA | 1 | $4,597 | $4,597 | Preselected only | Contribution to general fund |
| Kern Division Retired Teachers Scho | Bakersfield, CA | 1 | $1,750 | $1,750 | Yes | Education |
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 Wasco, California?
Resnick Foundation, Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation, Marchbanks Foundation Inc, Kern Division Retired Teachers Scho reported grants to Wasco 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 Wasco. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.