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Bella Vista Foundation is a private corporation based in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Pacific Foundation Services Llp. It holds total assets of $68.4M. Annual income is reported at $28M. Total assets have grown from $47.9M in 2011 to $68.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Supporting Communities - focused on early childhood development and ecosystem restoration. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. According to available records, Bella Vista Foundation has made 486 grants totaling $20.5M, with a median grant of $40K. The foundation has distributed between $3.6M and $8.5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $8.5M distributed across 198 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $120K, with an average award of $42K. The foundation has supported 153 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Oregon, Pennsylvania, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$40K
Average Grant
$43K
Largest Grant
$120K
Based on 100 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Supporting Communities - focused on early childhood development and ecosystem restoration. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 486 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, OR, PA.
Bella Vista Foundation has distributed a total of $20.5M across 486 grants. The median grant size is $40K, with an average of $42K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $120K.
The application deadline is Transitioning to invitation-only in 2026. Previous cycles had specific application windows.. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Bella Vista Foundation is headquartered in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Kirkwood | DIRECTOR EMERITUS | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Spencer Kirkwood | AUDIT CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kimberly Casey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Micheal Casey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Rob Millis | CO-TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Shannon Casey Welch | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Katherine Joiner | CO-TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan Koe | CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jean Casey | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$68.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$66.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
486
Total Giving
$20.5M
Average Grant
$42K
Median Grant
$40K
Unique Recipients
153
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus BloomFOR GENERAL PROGRAM SUPPORT OF MULTICULTURAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS SERVING FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGES 0-3 YEARS OLD IN OAKLAND. | Oakland, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| The Trust For Public LandNORTHERN SIERRA CONSERVATION AND CLIMATE RESILIENCY | San Francisco, CA | $120K | 2023 |
| The Freshwater TrustDRIVING NEW CONSERVATION FUNDING AND COORDINATED INVESTMENT TO RESTORATION | Portland, OR | $120K | 2023 |
| California TroutMID-KLAMATH BASIN SALMON RECOVERY AND HABITAT RESTORATION | San Francisco, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Mid Klamath Watershed CouncilWESTERN KLAMATH RESTORATION PARTNERSHIP, WKRP | Orleans, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| Buckelew ProgramsMATERNIDAD Y ESPERANZA, PROVIDING BILINGUAL INTEGRATED CASE MANAGEMENT AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS AND MOTHERS OF CHILDREN AGES 0-3. | Novato, CA | $70K | 2023 |
| The Wild Salmon CenterRESTORING SPRING CHINOOK TO THE MID-KLAMATH | Portland, OR | $67K | 2023 |
| Mujeres Unidas Y ActivasAPAPACHOS (WARM EMBRACES) IN ALAMEDA AND SAN FRANCISCO, A PROGRAM THAT HELPS PREGNANT WOMEN, MOTHERS, AND CAREGIVERS IN STRESSFUL CIRCUMSTANCES NURTURE BOTH THEMSELVES AND THEIR CHILDREN. | San Francisco, CA | $65K | 2023 |
| Safe & SoundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $65K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Santa Clara CountyNEW BEGINNINGS | San Jose, CA | $65K | 2023 |
| Somos Mayfair IncFAMILY RESOURCE CENTER PROGRAMMING | San Jose, CA | $65K | 2023 |
| Hoopa Valley TribeRESTORATION AND MONITORING ENHANCEMENTS OF TRIBUTARIES TO THE TRINITY RIVER | Hoopa, CA | $61K | 2023 |
| American Rivers IncBUILDING COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS FOR ENHANCED WATERSHED RESILIENCE | Nevada City, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| StarvistaECMHC & HEALTHY HOMES SAN MATEO COUNTY | San Carlos, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Western Environmental Law CenterCONSERVING AND RESTORING OREGONS WATERSHEDS AND FORESTS THROUGH COLLABORATION | Eugene, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| South Yuba River Citizens LeagueGENERAL SUPPORT | Nevada City, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Odd Fellow-Rebekah Childrens Home Of CaliforniaFOR THE RESILIENT FAMILY PROGRAM | Gilroy, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Family Connections CentersFOR A CONTINUUM OF PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT STRENGTHEN FAMILIES OF CHILDREN AGES 0-3 | San Francisco, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Sacred Heart Community ServiceSAFE, SECURE AND LOVED: RESILIENT FAMILIES | San Jose, CA | $55K | 2023 |
| Deschutes River ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT | Bend, OR | $54K | 2023 |
| Central Oregon LandwatchEQUITABLE WATER DISTRIBUTION IN THE DESCHUTES BASIN | Bend, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Blue Mountain Land TrustSTEWARDSHIP ASSOCIATE - PHIPPS MEADOW PROJECT MANAGER | Walla Walla, WA | $50K | 2023 |
| Cora Community Overcoming Relationship AbuseBILINGUAL SUPPORT GROUPS FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND TRAUMA-INFORMED SERVICES FOR THEIR CHILDREN | San Mateo, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| The Sierra FundRESILIENT SIERRA NEVADA WATERSHEDS | Nevada City, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Point Reyes Bird ObservatoryINCREASING THE PACE, SCALE, AND EFFICACY OF MEADOW RESTORATION IN THE SIERRA NEVADA | Petaluma, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Springboard CollaborativeFOR SAN FRANCISCO PROGRAMMING | Philadelphia, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Sustainable NorthwestADVANCING RESTORATION AND COLLABORATION IN THE UPPER KLAMATH BASIN | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Reading PartnersFOR READING PARTNERS IN SAN FRANCISCO | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Homeless Prenatal ProgramWELLNESS CENTER | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Feather River Land TrustADVANCING PROTECTION AND RESTORATION OF 7,000 ACRES IN THE MOUNTAIN MEADOWS COMPLEX | Quincy, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| 826 Valencia826 VALENCIAS EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Parent Services Project IncFOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN NOT ATTENDING PRESCHOOL AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR PARENTS | San Rafael, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Jumpstart For Young Children IncTO SUPPORT SAN FRANCISCO PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Mount St Joseph-St Elizabeth (Epiphany Center)PARENT-CHILD CENTER | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Maidu Summit ConsortiumECO-SYSTEM RESTORATION | Chester, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Good Samaritan Family Resource Center Of San FranciscoFOR WORKSHOPS AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES THAT HELP CAREGIVERS MANAGE AND REDUCE STRESS AND MATERNAL DEPRESSION | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Sierra Streams InstituteSIERRA FOOTHILLS WATERSHED IMPACTS ASSESSMENT | Nevada City, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Gum Moon Residence HallEARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Central Oregon Forest Stewardship FoundationDESCHUTES COLLABORATIVE FOREST PROJECT | Bend, OR | $45K | 2023 |
| Beats Rhymes And Life IncSUPPORT HIP HOP THERAPY SERVICES IN SAN FRANCISCO | Oakland, CA | $45K | 2023 |
| Bridge The Gap College PrepFOR EARLY LITERACY PROGRAMS IN MARIN CITY | Sausalito, CA | $45K | 2023 |
| Tandem Partners In Early LearningSAN FRANCISCO EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $45K | 2023 |
| Access Institute For Psychological ServicesFOR THE IN-SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Homeless Childrens NetworkGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Tides CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR OASIS FOR GIRLS | Los Angeles, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Blue Mountains Forest PartnersGENERAL SUPPORT | Mt Vernon, OR | $40K | 2023 |
| Klamath Bird ObservatoryINCREASING LOCAL CAPACITY TO CONDUCT WILDLIFE SURVEYS AND MONITOR EFFECTIVENESS OF RESTORATION PROJECTS IN THE SCOTT RIVER WATERSHED | Ashland, OR | $40K | 2023 |
| San Francisco Education FundSUPPORT THE CITYWIDE K-5 HIGH DOSAGE TUTORING INITIATIVE | San Francisco, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| San Jose Grail Family ServicesBIRTH AND BEYOND FAMILY EMPOWERMENT | San Jose, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| The Regents Of The University Of California San FranciscoFOR THE INFANT-PARENT PROGRAM'S PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES PROJECT | San Francisco, CA | $40K | 2023 |
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