Must
Templeton, California · EIN 900663200 · Private foundation
Must is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $580K in annual giving against $1.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 40 grants for Must. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Must funds
Must's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, health care, housing & homelessness, mental health, youth development.
Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population, men boys, women girls, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumina Alliance DONATION FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES | San Luis Obispo, CA | $472K | 2024 |
| El Camino Homeless Organization DONATION FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES | Paso Robles, CA | $469K | 2020 |
| Transitions Mental Health Association DONATION FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES | San Luis Obispo, CA | $370K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from Must
Must'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. You can review the foundation directly at mustcharities.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Must
- Does Must accept grant applications?
- Must'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 Must fund?
- Must's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Lumina Alliance, El Camino Homeless Organization, Transitions Mental Health Association. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Must give in grants?
- Must reported $580K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.1M over 40 grants.
- Where is Must located?
- Must is based in Templeton, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 900663200.
- How can I find foundations similar to Must?
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