Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation
The Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation is a public charity based in Bakersfield, California. Formed in 2023, it makes grants to qualified nonprofits for the betterment of Kern County.
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation at a glance
In short: Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation gave $591K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $54K), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $591,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- Average grant
- $53,727
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $14,948,599
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation
- How to Apply
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Submit the online grant application form and required documents by a listed deadline.
- Review Cycle
- Applications are due January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15. The next listed deadline is October 15, 2026. Funding decisions are announced 6–8 weeks after each deadline.
- Deadline
- Applications are due January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5601 Truxtun Avenue 150, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone: (661) 873-4900
Website: https://elderfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Greenhorn Mountain Veterans ($200K). Together the top 10 received $590K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 11 (64%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that proposed work must directly benefit Kern County communities. Its 2025 grants went entirely to recipients in California, including organizations in Bakersfield and Glennville.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $591K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenhorn Mountain Veterans Glennville, CA | Repairs of Veterans Rodeo and Community Center | $200,000 |
| Bakersfield Firefighters Historical Bakersfield, CA | Museum for Kern County Firefighters | $100,000 |
| Covenant Community Services Bakersfield, CA | Support Foster Children in Kern County | $85,000 |
| Bakersfield College Foundation' Bakersfield, CA | Rodeo Participant Support | $50,000 |
| Kern Youth Rugby Bakersfield, CA | Provide Funding for Rugby Equipment for Kern Underprivaldged Youth | $30,000 |
| Cross Roads Fellowwship Bakersfield, CA | Provide Prom Night for Special Needs Children | $25,000 |
| The League oof Dreams Bakersfield, CA | Outdoor Activities for Special Needs Children | $25,000 |
| Kern Dance Alliance Bakersfield, CA | Reading Programs/Dance Education for low income and minority community | $25,000 |
| Bakersfield Rescue Mission Bakersfiel, CA | Provide Funds for Thanksgiving Dinner for Bakersfield Homeless | $25,000 |
| The Open Door Network Bakersfield, CA | Provide Capital Project Funding for Transitional Housing for Kern County Homeless | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,948,599 | — | $1,351,044 | $591,000 | 11 | $591,000 | $698,746 |
| 2023 | $10,083,781 | $10,123,217 | $39,436 | — | — | — | $152,872 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
In its 2023 filing, the foundation described its purposes as supporting veterans and families, promoting animal welfare, and generally improving Kern County through grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. Its website says it funds capital projects and programs that directly benefit Kern County communities and align with one or more of its stated focus areas.
Examples of grantees’ work include Covenant Community Services’ services for foster children, former foster youth, and families; the Bakersfield College Foundation’s management of funds for scholarships and other objectives; and The Open Door Network’s work to stop domestic violence and sexual assault and assist survivors. The Bakersfield Rescue Mission describes its purpose as supporting the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of people it serves, while Kern Dance Alliance says it promotes understanding and appreciation of dance through education and performance outreach.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $591,000. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $200,000, with a median of $25,000. The foundation’s website says awards typically range from $1,000 to $25,000, with exceptional projects potentially considered for multi-year funding up to $50,000.
Notable 2025 grants included $200,000 to Greenhorn Mountain Veterans for repairs to a veterans rodeo and community center; $100,000 to Bakersfield Firefighters Historical for a Kern County firefighters museum; $85,000 to Covenant Community Services to support foster children in Kern County; and $50,000 to the Bakersfield College Foundation for rodeo participant support. Other grants included $30,000 to Kern Youth Rugby for equipment for Kern youth, and $25,000 each to Cross Roads Fellowship, The League of Dreams, Kern Dance Alliance, Bakersfield Rescue Mission, and The Open Door Network for the purposes listed in the filing.
The foundation’s website says general operating requests are not eligible. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing, and proposed work must directly benefit Kern County communities. Applications are submitted through an online form with required documents, including an IRS determination letter, project budget, latest Form 990, 199 and/or RF-1, and a board list on letterhead; supporting documents may also be included. Grantees must submit a one-page narrative and outcomes summary within 12 months, demonstrate measurable results, and remain in good reporting compliance to be eligible for future funding.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Richard Halle as a director.
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation is led by Richard Halle, Director on every filing since 2023 — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Richard Halle
Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$245K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $245K, to Richard Halle (Director).
Frequently asked questions about Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation
How much does Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation give each year?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation gave $591K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's typical grant size?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $25,000, and its average grant was $53,727, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation give grants?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation gives mostly in California: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Bakersfield, CA (9 grants).
Does Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's largest grantees?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Greenhorn Mountain Veterans ($200,000), Bakersfield Firefighters Historical ($100,000) and Covenant Community Services ($85,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation reported $14.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What does Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation fund?
In its 2023 filing, the foundation described its purposes as supporting veterans and families, promoting animal welfare, and generally improving Kern County through grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation?
Submit the online grant application form and required documents by a listed deadline. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's EIN?
Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-1633884. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 9, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2025
Live grants for the work Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
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- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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Grantable. (2026). Jim and Elouise Elder Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/jim-and-elouise-elder-foundation-morg_1460332920bd4649b3f50409a264a61d
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