Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

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Grant Type

Foundation

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Geography

  • In the Southern California region, the trust has a practice of primarily supporting 501(c)(3)

Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

The Balmes Family Trust Grant, established by Robert L. and Margaret K. Balmes, aims to support organizations that assist military personnel who have lost limbs and those enhancing life in Southern California. Balmes's legacy as a pioneer in Homeowner Association Management. It prioritizes funding for 501(c)(3) organizations in California, ensuring a positive impact on the community and honoring the sacrifices of veterans.

Eligibility

There are no geographic limitations; however, for organizations applying for a grant for the purpose of actively improving the betterment of society in the Southern California region, the trust has a practice of primarily supporting 501(c)(3) organizations located in California.

What Balmes Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
17
Total given
$178K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$2,500–$21K
  • By dollars: California 65%, Virginia 12%, Utah 11%. Top recipient cities: San Diego, CA; Boones Mill, VA; Park City, UT.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Healing Strides of VA · Boones Mill, VA

    General operating

    $21K

  • Shelter to Soldier Inc · San Diego, CA

    General operating

    $20K

  • National Ability Center · Park City, UT

    General operating

    $20K

  • Challenged Athletes Inc · San Diego, CA

    General operating

    $15K

  • California Aquatic Therapy · Long Beach, CA

    General operating

    $10K

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Veterans
  • Healthcare
  • Human services
  • Nonprofits

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