Stater Bros. Charities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the philanthropic arm of Stater Bros. Markets. Based in San Bernardino, California, the organization serves as a community-funded entity dedicated to uplifting Southern California communities through strategic grantmaking and investment in local nonprofits that provide direct support to residents in need.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$6.2M
+15.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.7M
+17.4% YoY
Grant Count
53
+26.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$108K
-7.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To uplift Southern California communities through fundraising and investing in local nonprofits that provide hands-on support.
Purpose: To create opportunities that inspire communities to thrive.
The organization focuses on six primary giving areas:
- Hunger Relief
- Children's Well-being
- Education
- Health
- Veterans, Active Service Members, and First Responders
- Pet Well-being
Grantmaking
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Stater Bros. Charities serves seven Southern California counties: San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Kern, and Ventura.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Financial Summary (2023):
- Total Assets: $5.37 million
- Total Revenue: $4.26 million
- Total Expenses: $5.27 million
- Total Liabilities: $46.6 thousand
Cumulative Impact: Over $54 million invested in Southern California communities since inception, funding approximately 500 nonprofits annually.
Funding Efficiency: 93 cents of every dollar raised supports programs and services.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $6,202,206 | $5,373,755 | $6,760,693 |
| Revenue | $6,147,516 | $4,259,141 | $5,863,751 |
| Expenses | $6,252,761 | $5,267,910 | $3,192,046 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
164 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Stater Bros Charities
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Others 25000 ($1,328,085), City of Hope ($906,650), Arthritis Foundation ($255,360).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross Santa Ana, CA | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation Atlanta, GA | Charitable contribution | $255,360 |
| B & P Order of Elks of USA San Bernardino, CA | Charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| Beloved Fdn Redlands, CA | Charitable contribution | $75,000 |
| Breast Cancer Solutions Lake Forest, CA | Charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| CA Dental Assn Foundation Sacramento, CA | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| CA Fdn for AG in the Class Sacramento, CA | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| CA Hwy Patrol Explr Post 840 Riverside, CA | Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| CA Lions Friends in Sight Beaumont, CA | Charitable contribution | $60,000 |
| CGA Educational Foundation Sacramento, CA | Charitable contribution | $29,100 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Nancy Negrette serves as Chairman and President of Stater Bros. Charities.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Charbonneau | Director | 1 | — |
| Alicia Shelby | Director | 1 | — |
| Kevin Mackey | Director | 1 | — |
| Art Vasquez | Director | 1 | — |
| Jim Musgrave | Director | 1 | — |
| Tamara Ulufanua-Ciraulo | Director | 1 | — |
| Irene Willins | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Nancy Negrette | Chairman | 20 | — |
| Pete Van Helden | CEO | 1 | — |
| Gil Salazar | Secretary | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In June 2024, Stater Bros. Charities partnered with ABC7 and Subaru Retailers for the 13th Annual Feed SoCal Food Drive, distributing 100% of donations to regional food banks across Southern California, including Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, Food Share of Ventura County, Feeding America Riverside/San Bernardino, and Community Action Partnership of Kern.
Grant Funding Guidelines - Stater Bros. MarketsRecent grants awarded to Redlands Community Hospital include $225,000 and $100,000 for cancer detection and patient care improvements in the Inland Empire region.
Redlands Community Hospital receives $225000 grant from Stater ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stater Bros Charities fund?
**Mission:** To uplift Southern California communities through fundraising and investing in local nonprofits that provide hands-on support. **Purpose:** To create opportunities that inspire communities to thrive. The organization focuses on six primary giving areas: • Hunger Relief • Children's Well-being • Education • Health • Veterans, Active Service Members, and First Responders • Pet Well-being
How do I apply for a grant from Stater Bros Charities?
**Grant Eligibility Requirements:** Applicants must meet the following criteria: • Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in good standing with the IRS • Allocate at least 70% of expenses to program services • Have been operating and providing services for a minimum of two years • Serve communities where Stater Bros. Markets operates • Align mission and programs with one of the six focus areas • Apply once per calendar year **Geographic Service Area:** San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Los Ange…
Where does Stater Bros Charities make grants?
Stater Bros. Charities serves seven Southern California counties: San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Kern, and Ventura.
What size grants does Stater Bros Charities award?
In 2024, Stater Bros Charities awarded 53 grants totaling $5.7M — an average of about $108K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Stater Bros Charities's EIN?
Stater Bros Charities's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-1236033. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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