Grant Funders in Modesto, CA
Bespoke Grants indexes 12 grant-making foundations headquartered in Modesto, California — together $18.1M in indexed annual giving. Their giving most often supports arts & culture, education, health care and higher education. Local funders are one of the best starting points for a Modesto nonprofit, because many prioritize organizations in their own community.
Foundations headquartered in Modesto
Ranked by giving in available IRS summaries. Filings may cover different years; these totals are not a current-year funding pool. Each links to a public overview and up to three sample grants. Full grant history and research tools require All access at $19/month.
| # | Foundation | Annual giving | Latest grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanislaus Community Foundation | $6.3M | 2024 |
| 2 | Ernest Gallo Foundation | $2.2M | 2024 |
| 3 | Monterey Bay Agency | $1.7M | 2018 |
| 4 | Central Valley Center for the Arts Inc | $1.3M | 2024 |
| 5 | David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation | $1.2M | 2024 |
| 6 | Stanislaus County Office of Education | $1.2M | 2025 |
| 7 | United Way of Stanislaus County | $1.0M | 2023 |
| 8 | Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation | $710K | 2024 |
| 9 | Uncle Lonny Presents Inc | $693K | 2022 |
| 10 | The Bright Family Foundation | $682K | 2023 |
| 11 | Julio R Gallo Foundation | $586K | 2024 |
| 12 | Modesto Junior College Foundation | $584K | 2024 |
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