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B Quest

San Diego, California  ·  EIN 475550417  ·  Private foundation

B Quest is a California-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $3.1M in annual giving against $19.6M in assets. This page documents the 115 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for B Quest — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$3.1M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$19.6M
Total assets
115
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What B Quest funds

B Quest's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, economic development, environment & conservation, housing & homelessness.

Arts & CultureEconomic DevelopmentEnvironment & ConservationHousing & Homelessness

Populations it has supported include low-income communities.

low-income communities

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for B Quest, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
San Diego Grantwriters
connect, educate, develop and inspire organized philanthropy
San Diego, CA$808K2020
Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development
Promoting just and Sustainable Societies
Washington Dc, DC$400K2020
Vista Community Clinic
Grant towards a solar installation supporting VCC which serves the community through advancing community health and hope by providing access
Vista, CA$359K2020
Casa Familiar
Pre-development support for La Semilla Climate Resiliency Hub
San Ysidro, CA$350K2023
Maac
support clean energy and educational programs that serve MAAC's mission of maximizing self-sufficiency for families and individuals through
Chula Vista, CA$316K2020
Center for Climate Integrity
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Washington, DC$300K2024
Center for Climate Integrity
General Operating Support
Washington, DC$300K2023
Climate Action Campaign
General Operating Support
San Diego, CA$255K2023
Building Electrification Institute San Diego
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
San Diego, CA$250K2024
Climate Action Campaign
SUPPORT POLICY ACTION IN SAN DIEGO AND CA
San Diego, CA$250K2024
Climate Action Campaign
To support climate initiatives in southern California
San Diego, CA$234K2022
Climate Action Campaign
stopping the climate crisis through advocacy and policy action in San Diego and Orange County.
San Diego, CA$221K2020
Maac
SUPPORT OF EV ACCESS PROJECT
Chula Vista, CA$175K2024
South Bay Community Services
Support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth, and families.
Chula Vista, CA$171K2020
Cdp North America Inc
Build a truly sustainable economy by measuring and understanding their environmental impact.
New York, NY$150K2020

B Quest giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$3.1M
2022$1.4M
2023$1.8M
2024$1.8M

How to apply for funding from B Quest

B Quest's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about B Quest

Does B Quest accept grant applications?
B Quest's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does B Quest fund?
B Quest's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include San Diego Grantwriters, Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development, Vista Community Clinic. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does B Quest give in grants?
B Quest reported $3.1M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.1M over 115 grants.
Where is B Quest located?
B Quest is based in San Diego, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 475550417.
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About this profile. This page is built from B Quest's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with B Quest. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.