Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Carmel, California. Formed in 1986, it organizes running events and makes grants to organizations, with 2024 grants going to recipients in California.
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc gave $194K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $193,500
- +3.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $14,885
- +3.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $9,650
- Total assets
- $5,968,945
- +18.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The filing says grant applications are reviewed and that additional information may be requested to determine eligibility. It does not specify application materials or restrictions.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 222620, Carmel, CA 93922
Phone: (831) 625-6226
Website: https://bsim.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Big Sur Health Center ($39K). Together the top 10 received $173K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 36 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc gives
- 85% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2020) to $194K (2024). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $194K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sur Health Center Big Sur, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $39,000 |
| Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade Big Sur, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $38,000 |
| White Stag Leadership Monterey, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $19,850 |
| Mid-Coast Fire Brigade Carmel, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $18,250 |
| Monterey Peninsula College Monterey, CA | Support Athletic Programs | $11,650 |
| Calif State University Monterey Bay Seaside, CA | Support Athletic Programs | $9,900 |
| Monterey High School Monterey, CA | Support Athletic Programs | $9,650 |
| Captain Cooper Parents Club Big Sur, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $9,500 |
| Carmel High School Carmelbythesea, CA | Support Athletic Programs | $9,350 |
| Big Sur Unified School Dist Big Sur, CA | Support Exempt Purpose | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,968,945 | $4,565,017 | $3,934,999 | $193,500 | 13 | $119,319 |
| 2023 | $5,040,954 | $4,513,973 | $3,709,834 | $187,850 | 13 | $103,177 |
| 2022 | $4,204,005 | $4,209,357 | $3,544,276 | $172,886 | 8 | $32,224 |
| 2021 | $3,535,944 | $210,477 | $560,461 | — | — | $8,419 |
| 2020 | $1,627,150 | $1,197,691 | $1,315,010 | $14,500 | 2 | $15,147 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states its mission is “to create beautiful running events that promote health and benefit our community.” Its 2024 grants included support for athletic programs at schools and colleges, as well as grants for other exempt purposes. Among its recipients, Big Sur Health Center says it serves the Big Sur community’s health and wellness needs through traditional and complementary healthcare. Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade says it provides fire and emergency services in Big Sur, including fire suppression, prevention, medical response, and education. Central Coast Lighthouse Keepers says its mission includes promoting awareness of Central Coast maritime history and preserving Point Sur State Historic Park.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $193,500. Grant amounts ranged from $6,500 to $39,000, with a median of $9,650.
The largest awards included $39,000 to Big Sur Health Center and $38,000 to Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade, both for “support exempt purpose.” Other notable grants were $19,850 to White Stag Leadership and $18,250 to Mid-Coast Fire Brigade, also for “support exempt purpose”; $11,650 to Monterey Peninsula College and $9,900 to California State University Monterey Bay for athletic programs; and $9,650 to Monterey High School for athletic programs. Central Coast Lighthouse Keepers received $6,500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Dino Pick as chairman, Mimi Hahn as vice chairman, John Thibeau as treasurer, and Hank Armstrong as secretary. Directors listed are Sharen Carey, Hugo Ferlito, Becky Jones, Tina Lavorato, Amanda Lebow, and Winli McAnally.
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc is led by Josh Priester, Executive Director on every filing since 2022; 2 of 16 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Josh Priester
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$75K (2022) → $107K (2024)
Dino Pick
Chairman
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Becky Jones
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Doug Oldfield
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hugo Ferlito
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Mutty
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Russell
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marc Pritchard
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sharen Carey
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Winli McAnally
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tina Lavorato
Director
Board Member → Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amanda Lebow
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chris Balog
Business Manager
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$85K (2020) → $88K (2024)
Hank Armstrong
Secretary
Vice Chairman → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Thibeau
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mimi Hahn
Vice Chairman
Board Member → Secretary, 2023
Secretary → Vice Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Alice Crawford (2020–2022) — Past Chairman
- Former: Douglas Thurston (2020–2022) — Race Director
- Former: Karen O'Callaghan (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Mandy Lebow (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Mindy Maschmeyer (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Tom Rolander (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $107K, to Josh Priester (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc
How much does Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc give each year?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc gave $194K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $188K across 13 grants.
What is Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $9,650, and its average grant was $14,885, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc give grants?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc gives mostly in California: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Big Sur, CA (4 grants), Monterey, CA (3 grants) and Carmel, CA (3 grants).
Who are Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Big Sur Health Center ($39,000), Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade ($38,000) and White Stag Leadership ($19,850), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc reported $6.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.6M.
What does Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc fund?
The organization states its mission is “to create beautiful running events that promote health and benefit our community.” Its 2024 grants included support for athletic programs at schools and colleges, as well as grants for other exempt purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc?
The filing says grant applications are reviewed and that additional information may be requested to determine eligibility. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's EIN?
Big Sur Marathon Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0048388. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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