The Avalon Foundation
Historical FunderTempleton, California · EIN 77-0518388 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | LISA STROMSOE |
|---|---|
| Address | 3775 OLD CREEK ROAD, TEMPLETON CA 93465 |
| Phone | 8052378632 |
| Form and materials | GENERAL INFORMATION |
| Deadlines | NO |
| Restrictions | NO |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia Skate | Templeton, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Lumina Alliance | Paso Robles, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Casa of Slo | San Luis Obispo, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Echo | Atascadero, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Family Care Network | San Luis Obispo, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Camp Ocean Pines | Cambria, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| Studios on the Park | Paso Robles, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Diversity Coalition | Arroyo Grande, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Morro Bay Art Center | Morro Bay, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Estero Bay Kindness Coalition | Cayucos, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $500 |
| Tortoise and Animal Rescue | Los Angeles, CA | Further tax-exempt purpose | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,500 | 11 |
| 2023 | $14,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513109349101781
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0518388
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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