James G Cummings Foundation
Historical FunderFort Bragg, California · EIN 68-6170773 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ROBERT PETERSEN OR MATTHEW DECAMINA |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 494, FORT BRAGG CA 95460 |
| Phone | 7078435073 |
| Form and materials | PLEASE CALL FOR INFORMATION |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES IN AND AROUND MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. AWARDS INCLUDE THE FUNDING OF SCHOLARSHIPS, DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND REHABILITATION, LOW-COST HOUSING AND A MARITIME MUSEUM. CONTRIBUTIONS WILL BE MADE EITHER DIRECTLY OR TO ORGANIZATIONS DULY AUTHORIZED TO CARRY ON SUCH ACTIVITIES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendocino K-8 Schools | Mendocino, CA | Donation | $12,346 |
| South Coast Youth Soccer Club | Gualala, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| University of Santa Barbara for As | Santa Barbara, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $8,000 |
| University of Berkeley for Ag | Berkeley, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $6,000 |
| Arena Elementary School | Point Arena, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| California State Univ Sacramento Fo | Sacramento, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| Mendocino College for Zmr | Ukiah, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| San Francisco State University for | San Francisco, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of Berkeley for Ak | Berkeley, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| Csu Maritime Academy for Bh | Vallejo, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| San Diego Mesa Community College Fo | San Diego, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of Santa Barbara for No | Santa Barbara, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of Santa Cruz for Gh | Santa Cruz, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of San Diego for Dla | San Diego, CA | To provide fund for educational scholarship | $4,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($24,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $101,346 | 18 |
| 2023 | $115,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349104100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 68-6170773
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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