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.
What B Quest funds
B Quest's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, economic development, environment & conservation, housing & homelessness.
Populations it has supported include low-income communities.
Grant history
The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for B Quest, by amount:
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Grantwriters connect, educate, develop and inspire organized philanthropy | San Diego, CA | $808K | 2020 |
| Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development Promoting just and Sustainable Societies | Washington Dc, DC | $400K | 2020 |
| 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 | $359K | 2020 |
| Casa Familiar Pre-development support for La Semilla Climate Resiliency Hub | San Ysidro, CA | $350K | 2023 |
| Maac support clean energy and educational programs that serve MAAC's mission of maximizing self-sufficiency for families and individuals through | Chula Vista, CA | $316K | 2020 |
| Center for Climate Integrity GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $300K | 2024 |
| Center for Climate Integrity General Operating Support | Washington, DC | $300K | 2023 |
| Climate Action Campaign General Operating Support | San Diego, CA | $255K | 2023 |
| Building Electrification Institute San Diego GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $250K | 2024 |
| Climate Action Campaign SUPPORT POLICY ACTION IN SAN DIEGO AND CA | San Diego, CA | $250K | 2024 |
| Climate Action Campaign To support climate initiatives in southern California | San Diego, CA | $234K | 2022 |
| Climate Action Campaign stopping the climate crisis through advocacy and policy action in San Diego and Orange County. | San Diego, CA | $221K | 2020 |
| Maac SUPPORT OF EV ACCESS PROJECT | Chula Vista, CA | $175K | 2024 |
| South Bay Community Services Support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth, and families. | Chula Vista, CA | $171K | 2020 |
| Cdp North America Inc Build a truly sustainable economy by measuring and understanding their environmental impact. | New York, NY | $150K | 2020 |
B Quest giving by year
Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:
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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Match my nonprofit to funders →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.
- How can I find foundations similar to B Quest?
- Bespoke Grants matches your nonprofit against 225,000+ foundations like B Quest, ranking each by how well it fits your mission, location, and budget — with the reasoning shown. It is free to search.
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