California Humanities
Oakland, California · EIN 942952469 · Private foundation
California Humanities is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.9M in annual giving against $2.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 370 grants for California Humanities. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What California Humanities funds
California Humanities's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, higher education, libraries & literacy, youth development.
Populations it has supported include youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Documentary Association CORE PROGRAMS | Los Angeles, CA | $150K | 2019 |
| Women Make Movies Inc CORE PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $140K | 2022 |
| International Documentary Association CORE PROGRAMS | Los Angeles, CA | $60K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from California Humanities
California Humanities's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
Research California Humanities with All access
Full indexed grant histories, analysis, and research filters are available with All access for $19/month.
Unlock All access — $19/month →Already subscribed? View this funder →
New to Bespoke Grants? Try one free search with up to three sourced matches. One successful search per account, for life. No credit card.
Frequently asked questions about California Humanities
- Does California Humanities accept grant applications?
- California Humanities's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does California Humanities fund?
- California Humanities's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include International Documentary Association, Women Make Movies Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does California Humanities give in grants?
- California Humanities reported $2.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.7M over 370 grants.
- Where is California Humanities located?
- California Humanities is based in Oakland, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 942952469.
- How can I find foundations similar to California Humanities?
- Compare priorities, past recipients, and grant sizes with your program. Bespoke Grants includes one free successful search per account, for life, with up to three sourced matches. No card. Further searches and full research cost $19/month.
Find more funders like California Humanities
Foundations similar to California Humanities
Other California grantmakers with overlapping priorities: