The Chuck and Ernestina Kreutzkamp
The Chuck and Ernestina Kreutzkamp Foundation is a private family foundation established in 2017 and based in Chula Vista, California. The foundation is focused on strengthening communities and improving the outlook of those living below the poverty line, working collaboratively to better the future of the most vulnerable in the communities it serves.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$165.5M
-2.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.0M
-13.8% YoY
Grant Count
29
-3.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$171K
-10.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's work centers on addressing root causes of poverty and providing necessary tools to move communities forward. Primary funding areas include:
- Kids & Youth Programs
- Animals, Farming & Our Environment
- Support for Veterans
- Cancer Treatment & Research
- Supporting Hispanic Communities
- Promoting Skilled Trades
- Second Chance Hiring
- San Diego-focused initiatives
- Music Education
Grantmaking
The foundation operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited grant applications.
Grant Range
$8,000 to $2.3 million
Average Grant
$794
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports initiatives across the San Diego region, throughout the United States, and with some global reach. Geographic areas of focus include Arizona, California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Utah, and other U.S. locations.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $170.1 million (2023)
- Total Revenue: $20.8 million (2023)
- Total Expenses: $27.3 million (2023)
- Number of Employees: 2
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $165,537,576 | $170,108,444 | $153,713,612 |
| Revenue | $22,639,188 | $20,796,041 | $18,977,504 |
| Expenses | $26,278,289 | $27,311,735 | $22,897,483 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $5,688,973 | $6,216,114 | $5,935,453 |
| Net Investment Income | $793,241 | $1,332,750 | $2,223,212 |
| Distributable Amount | $5,415,606 | $5,249,579 | $6,199,338 |
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
119 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Ernestina Alonso – President and CEO
- Ernestina Kreutzkamp – Chairman and Secretary
- Chuck Kreutzkamp – Founder (deceased)
Ernestina Alonso, daughter of the founders, leads the foundation and has stated that her work serving others ignites her passion for change. She dedicates a sizable portion of her time and assets to help others rise from poverty while gaining a sense of accomplishment and self-worth.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERNESTINA ALONSO | PRESIDENT | 40 | $273,420 |
| ERNESTINA KREUTZKAMP | CHAIRMAN/SECRETARY | 6 | $18,000 |
| FERNANDA ALONSO | TREASURER | 6 | $18,000 |
Subject 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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