John C and Sharon English Blake Foundation
Invitation OnlyWoodland Hills, California · EIN 82-2964691 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$20K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$355K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
55% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Outreach Synagogue | Calabasas, CA | religious/charitable | $10,000 |
| St Martin Of Tours Church | Los Angeles, CA | religious/charitable | $2,405 |
| Westside German Shepherd Rescue | Los Angeles, CA | animal shelter | $1,500 |
| Fayette County Animal Shelter | Connersville, IN | animal shelter | $1,500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Brooklyn, NY | Animal Rescue | $1,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | religious | $1,000 |
| K9s For Warriors | Ponte Vedra, FL | military service dogs | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | assistance to first responders | $600 |
| St John's Seminary | Camarillo, CA | religious | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,005 | 9 |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $12,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641989349100214
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-2964691
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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