Peter and Candis Doerken Foundation
Historical FunderManhattan Beach, California · EIN 95-4797873 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $22,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CANDIS DUKE-DOERKEN CARE OF PETER A |
|---|---|
| Address | 1590 ROSECRANS AVENUE SUITE D-231, MANHATTAN BEACH CA 90266 |
| Phone | 3107399299 |
| PCDOERKENFOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS SUBMIT A LETTER OF INQUIRY |
| Deadlines | PROPOSALS ARE REVIEWED QUARTERLY |
| Restrictions | PRIMARILY SUPPORT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN THE GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA THAT FOCUS ON WOMEN AND CHILDREN. |
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
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jovenes Inc | Los Angeles, CA | Grant - general support | $100,000 |
| Change the Air Foundation Inc | Freehold, NJ | Grant - general support | $25,000 |
| Oc Music & Dance | Irvine, CA | Grant - general support | $25,000 |
| Worthy Beyond Purpose Inc | Santa Monica, CA | Grant - general support | $22,000 |
| Diy Girls | Pacoima, CA | Grant - general support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $182,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $147,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503509349100010
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4797873
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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