Bodhisattva Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 20-6761070 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$29K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$611K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $750 and $3,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Shelter | Santa Maria, CA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Veteran Guardian Angels | Santa Monica, CA | General fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Los Angeles Philharmonic | Los Angeles, CA | General fund | $3,500 |
| Women's Fund of Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | General fund | $2,750 |
| Partners for Pediatric Vision | Long Beach, CA | General fund | $2,500 |
| Fiscal Sponsorship Allies | Indianapolis, IN | General fund | $1,500 |
| Lotusland | Montecito, CA | General fund | $1,250 |
| Meditation Mount | Ojai, CA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fellows of Contemporary Art | Los Angeles, CA | General fund | $750 |
| Care 4 Paws | Santa Barbara, CA | General fund | $500 |
| Jewish Federation LA | Los Angeles, CA | General fund | $360 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,110 | 11 |
| 2023 | $26,800 | 13 |
| 2022 | $18,800 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620269349100612
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-6761070
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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