Bothin Foundation
San Francisco, California · EIN 941196182 · Private foundation
Bothin Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $2.2M in giving and $48.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 420 grants for Bothin Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Bothin Foundation funds
Bothin Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, community improvement, disability services, domestic violence, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, disabled, families, foster youth, homeless population, low-income communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Gatepath PURCHASE A WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE VEHICLE FOR ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES | Redwood City, CA | $51K | 2017 |
| Extrafood Org REFRIGERATED VAN FOR FOOD RECOVERY PROGRAM IN MARIN COUNTY | San Rafael, CA | $50K | 2017 |
| The Institute for Human and Social Development Inc PURCHASE NEW ROOF FOR EARLY HEAD START CLASSROOM | San Bruno, CA | $50K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Bothin Foundation
From Bothin Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at bothinfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Bothin Foundation
- Does Bothin Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — Bothin Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does Bothin Foundation fund?
- Bothin Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Community Gatepath, Extrafood Org, The Institute for Human and Social Development Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Bothin Foundation give in grants?
- Bothin Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $2.2M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $11.2M over 420 grants.
- Where is Bothin Foundation located?
- Bothin Foundation is based in San Francisco, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 941196182.
- How can I find foundations similar to Bothin Foundation?
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