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Christopher Ranch Foundation is a private corporation based in GILROY, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2019. The principal officer is Harald Vaernes. It holds total assets of $31K. Annual income is reported at $343K. Total assets have grown from N/A in 2018 to $31K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of community development. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Christopher Ranch Foundation has made 42 grants totaling $198K, with a median grant of $1K. Annual giving has grown from $25K in 2020 to $90K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $54K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 35 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, New York, Texas, which account for 86% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$54K
Based on 17 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.
Christopher Ranch Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of community development. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 42 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, NY, TX.
Christopher Ranch Foundation has distributed a total of $198K across 42 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $54K.
Christopher Ranch Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Christopher Ranch Foundation is headquartered in GILROY, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Ahlin | DIRECTOR | $50K | $0 | $50K |
| Aric Christopher | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ken Christopher | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jaclyn Agnitsch | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Harald Vaernes | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$31K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$31K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
42
Total Giving
$198K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
35
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Future Farmers Of AmericaFFA SUPPORT | Indianapolis, IN | $350 | 2022 |
| Gavilan CollegeDONATION TO THEIR EDUCATION FOUNDATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP, INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES, FUNDS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT, SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS | Gilroy, CA | $22K | 2022 |
| Gilroy Garlic Festival AssociationSPONSORSHIP SUPPORT AND DONATION FOR COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $20K | 2022 |
| South Valley Civic TheatreDONATION FOR THEIR PROGRAM OPERATION | Morgan Hill, CA | $16K | 2022 |
| Stjoseph'S Family CenterCRITICAL REPAIRS FOR ST JOSEPHS FOOD BANK REFRIGERATION | Gilroy, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| Rebekah Children'S ServicesEVENT SPONSORSHIP AND DONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $7K | 2022 |
| South Bay PoloSPONSORSHIP OF FUNDRAISING EVENT | Morgan Hill, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Zychez IncSUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY BOOK EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $4K | 2022 |
| Independence Day Celebration IncDONATION FOR PROGRAM OPERATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP COMMUNITY EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $2K | 2022 |
| Brethren CrossfitCOMMUNITY FOCUSED FITNESS COMPETITION | Morgan Hill, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Gilroy Assistance LeagueDONATION FOR THEIR PROGRAM OPERATION | Gilroy, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Make It MinePAYMENT FOR AWARDS GIVEN TO STUDENTS OF GAVILAN COLLEGE FILM PROGRAM | Morgan Hill, CA | $697 | 2022 |
| Sierra Arioto Medical Fund - Friedreich'S Ataxia Research AllianceDONATION FOR FRIEDREICH'S ATAXIA RESEARCH ALLIANCE | Downingtown, PA | $500 | 2022 |
| Safe Kids Coalition Of San Benito CountyDONATION FOR PROGRAM OPERATION | Silver Spring, MD | $500 | 2022 |
| Gilroy High School Parent ClubDONATION FOR COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $500 | 2022 |
| Ann Sobrato Athletic Boosters ClubALL-STAR SPONSORSHIP | San Jose, CA | $500 | 2022 |
| Pajaro Valley High SchoolGOLD SPONSOR | Watsonville, CA | $300 | 2022 |
| Revive South Jersey Scholarship FundJ PROCACCI FOUNDATION SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $300 | 2022 |
| Wreaths Across AmericaCOMMUNITY EVENT, SUPPORT FOR MILITARY, VETERANS, ETC | Columbia Falls, ME | $300 | 2022 |
| El Roble Home And School ClubWHITE LEVEL SPONSOR | Gilroy, CA | $250 | 2022 |
| Christopher High SchoolDONATION TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CLUBS, DONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT, DONATION TO ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT FOR ANNUAL EXPENSES | Gilroy, CA | $54K | 2021 |
| Jg Eyes Up FoundationDONATION TO JG FOUNDATION PROMOTING YOUTH SPORTS | Gilroy, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Leadership GilroyDONATION FOR THEIR PROGRAM OPERATION, DONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT,SPONSORSHIP FOR SOFTBALL FUNDRAISER | Gilroy, CA | $2K | 2021 |
| The Trevor ProjectDONATION TO PROGRAM SUPPORTING LGBTQ RIGHTS | West Hollywood, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Lauren AriotoDONATION TO SIENNA'S MEDICAL FUND | Hollister, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Hope Harvest FestivalDONATION TO SUPPORT FUNDRAISING EVENT | Hollister, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| California High School Rodeo AssociationDONATION TO YOUTH PROGRAM | Hollister, CA | $500 | 2021 |
| National Child Safety CouncilDONATION TO SUPPORT PROGRAM OPERATION | Jackson, MI | $500 | 2021 |
| One Giving TreeDONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $500 | 2021 |
| South County Tail WaggersDONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $250 | 2021 |
| Dreampower HorsemanshipDONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT | Gilroy, CA | $250 | 2021 |
| South County Animal ShelterDONATION FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT AT GRADUATION EVENT | San Martin, CA | $250 | 2021 |
| Feed The Frontlines NycGENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | New York, NY | $9K | 2020 |
| San Antonio Food BankGENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | San Antonio, TX | $5K | 2020 |
| Pinole Hercules Little LeagueGENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | Pinole, CA | $500 | 2020 |