The Champions Volunteer Foundation
The Champions Volunteer Foundation is a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in La Quinta, California. The foundation is a certified nonprofit associated with the BNP Paribas Open, the largest ATP World Tour and WTA combined two-week tennis event in the world, held annually at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. The organization is comprised of volunteers who donate their time to raise funds for charitable causes in the desert community.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$374K
-9.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$651K
+143.4% YoY
Grant Count
51
-8.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$13K
+167.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Champions Volunteer Foundation's mission is to raise and distribute funds to local nonprofits that support youth, recreational, educational, and well-care programs. The foundation focuses on nonprofits throughout the Coachella Valley that serve vulnerable populations, including youth, elderly, and marginalized communities. The organization also provides unique volunteer opportunities for local sporting events.
Grantmaking
Since its founding in 2001, The Champions Volunteer Foundation has donated more than $5 million to nearly 75 different local nonprofit organizations through a grant application process. The foundation has steadily increased the number of grants awarded to keep up with growing demand from the local community.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Champions Volunteer Foundation funds nonprofits throughout the Coachella Valley region, with a particular focus on the Indian Wells and surrounding desert community areas in California.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total revenues: $761,773
- Total expenses: $797,484
- Total assets: $374,085
- Number of employees: 1
Prior Year Data (2023):
- Total assets: $412,828
- Total giving: $267,500
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $374,085 | $412,828 | $88,147 |
| Revenue | $761,773 | $589,326 | — |
| Expenses | $797,484 | $389,523 | $11,654 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $651,000 | $267,500 | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | $18,895 | $8,695 | $4,405 |
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
150 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEVE BIRDWELL | OFFICER / DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| ALICE MOSER | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| MARILYN COURNEYA | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation continues to be actively involved with the BNP Paribas Open, recruiting volunteers for the 2026 tournament. The organization has received significant support from BNP Paribas, including a $570,000 donation announced in November 2023. Grant applications for the foundation are periodically opened to the community.
Champions Volunteer Foundation to raise funds at BNP Paribas OpenSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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