Power California
Power California is a public charity based in Los Angeles, California (EIN 77-0651682). It is a statewide, multiracial civic engagement organization that works with community partners in urban, suburban, and rural communities. Its mission centers on young voters of color and their families, and its 2024 filing reports grants to California organizations for civic engagement.
Power California at a glance
In short: Power California gave $1.4M across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $47K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,363,835
- +190.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- +480.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $47,029
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $37,500
- Total assets
- $9,371,809
- -11.8% 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 Power California
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing says that when grants are awarded, Power California issues a grant agreement letter establishing the amount, purpose, and legal restrictions.
- Contact
Mailing address: 360 East 2Nd Street 325, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (510) 698-3828
Website: https://powercalifornia.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Power California funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Powerca Action ($334K). Together the top 10 received $900K.
Grant Size Distribution
68 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 49 grants of 68 (72%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Power California describes itself as statewide, with community partners in urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout California. Its 2024 filing notes work to strengthen civic engagement infrastructure, particularly in the Central Valley, Inland Empire, and Central Coast. All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to California recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
Cities
How Power California gives
- Giving grew 355% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $300K (2021) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Powerca Action Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $334,335 |
| Chinese Progressive Association San Francisco, CA | Civic Engagement | $103,000 |
| Inner City Struggle Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $80,000 |
| Future Leaders of America Oxnard, CA | Civic Engagement | $66,500 |
| Community Coalition Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $58,000 |
| Pico California Oakland, CA | Civic Engagement | $56,000 |
| Gente Organizada Pomona, CA | Civic Engagement | $52,500 |
| Buen Vecino Thousand Oaks, CA | Civic Engagement | $50,000 |
| Charitable Ventures of Orange County Santa Ana, CA | Civic Engagement | $50,000 |
| Communities for a Better Environment Huntington Park, CA | Civic Engagement | $50,000 |
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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 | $9,371,809 | $5,123,348 | $6,257,295 | $1,363,835 | 29 | $386,626 |
| 2023 | $10,622,175 | $4,617,303 | $4,429,281 | $470,000 | 5 | $106,502 |
| 2022 | $10,231,826 | $8,707,902 | $3,849,395 | $451,200 | 9 | $44,379 |
| 2021 | $5,114,857 | $3,690,526 | $3,169,936 | $300,000 | 1 | $107 |
| 2020 | $4,549,227 | $5,341,766 | $3,868,263 | $763,181 | 24 | $14,808 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Power California’s mission is to harness the energy of young voters of color and their families to create a state that is equitable, inclusive, and just for everyone who calls California home.
On its website, Power California describes work that includes voter engagement, leadership training, movement building, and cultural change through art, stories, and communications. Its 2024 filing reports reaching over 1 million voters through its digital channels and engaging 8 million young voters statewide with its alliance. It also reports training young organizers, mobilizing voters through field campaigns, and supporting youth-led organizing and narrative change.
The 2024 grants listed in the filing were for civic engagement. Grantees’ own mission statements illustrate the range of organizations supported: POWERCA ACTION says it builds the leadership of young voters of color and their families to advance a progressive agenda; Future Leaders of America describes providing leadership training and development opportunities for Latino youth; and GENTE ORGANIZADA describes bringing generations together to build collective power for educational, economic, and social justice. Other grantees describe work in immigrant community organizing, Filipino community leadership, and environmental health and justice.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, Power California reported 29 grants totaling $1,363,835. Grant amounts ranged from $6,000 to $334,335, with a median grant of $37,500. All reported grant dollars went to recipients in California, and the listed grants were designated for civic engagement.
The largest reported grants included $334,335 to POWERCA ACTION in Los Angeles, $103,000 to Chinese Progressive Association in San Francisco, $80,000 to Inner City Struggle in Los Angeles, $66,500 to Future Leaders of America in Oxnard, and $58,000 to Community Coalition in Los Angeles.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Luis Sanchez as president and executive director; Dana Ginn Paredes as board chair; Tyler Okeke as secretary; and Christian Arana as treasurer. It also lists Ashley Thomas and Randy Villegas as board members, with Villegas listed through August 2024. Other listed staff are Princess Bell, senior associate director; Alicia Olivarez and Elizabeth Lugo, associate directors; and Marisa Moraza, campaign director.
Power California is led by Luis Sanchez, President & Executive Director since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 6 of 11 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Luis Sanchez
President & Executive Director
President → President & Executive Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$122K (2020) → $185K (2024)
Dana Ginn Paredes
Board Chair
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Princess Bell
Senior Assoiciate Director
Associate Director → Senior Assoiciate Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$122K (2022) → $158K (2024)
Marisa Moraza
Campaign Director
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$120K (2024)
Tyler C Okeke
Secretary
Director & Former Director → Board Member, 2022
Board Member → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$21K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Alicia Olivarez
Associate Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$110K (2022) → $147K (2024)
Elizabeth Lugo
Associate Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$124K (2023) → $132K (2024)
Aurora Castellanos
Regional Field Lead
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$110K (2024)
Christian Arana
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randy Villegas
Board Member
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ashley Thomas
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Jung Hee Choi (2020–2023) — Senior Advisor, Narrative & Strat. Init.
- Former: Khalil Edwards (2023) — Development Director
- Former: Rhonda Ortiz (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Danielle Armedilla (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Hillary Brooks (2020–2021) — Associate Director
- Former: Raquel Armenta (2021) — Associate Director
- Former: Dana Wright (2020) — Director
- Former: Irene Le (2020) — Treasurer
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 $185K, to Luis Sanchez (President and Executive Director). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Power California
How much does Power California give each year?
Power California gave $1.4M across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $470K across 5 grants.
What is Power California's typical grant size?
Power California's median grant in 2024 was $37,500, and its average grant was $47,029, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Power California give grants?
Power California 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 Los Angeles, CA (9 grants), Oakland, CA (3 grants) and San Francisco, CA (3 grants).
Does Power California give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on Power California's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Civic Engagement" (29 grants).
Who are Power California's largest grantees?
Power California's largest 2024 grantees include Powerca Action ($334,335), Chinese Progressive Association ($103,000) and Inner City Struggle ($80,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 38% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Power California?
Power California reported $9.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.1M.
What does Power California fund?
Power California’s mission is to harness the energy of young voters of color and their families to create a state that is equitable, inclusive, and just for everyone who calls California home. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Power California?
The 2024 filing says that when grants are awarded, Power California issues a grant agreement letter establishing the amount, purpose, and legal restrictions. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Power California's EIN?
Power California's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0651682. 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 7, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- 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 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 16, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Power California funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/power-california-morg_1b4c7199b8274f1d8536d2e67a713f6d
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