The Bravo Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Francisco, California · EIN 95-2160081 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$398K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$13.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $30,000.
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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Tustin, CA | Program support | $50,000 |
| Project Mercy | Poway, CA | Program support | $50,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters San Diego | San Diego, CA | Program support | $30,000 |
| Ocean Discovery Institute | San Diego, CA | Program support | $30,000 |
| Emilio Nares Foundation | San Diego, CA | Program support | $30,000 |
| Red Cross of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Program support | $30,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | Los Angeles, CA | Program support | $25,000 |
| Proyecto Pastoral at Delores Mission | Los Angeles, CA | Program support | $25,000 |
| Outdoor Outreach | San Diego, CA | Program support | $25,000 |
| Women in Animation | Los Angeles, CA | Program support | $25,000 |
| Families Forward | Irvine, CA | Program support | $15,000 |
| Episcopal Community Services | National City, CA | Program support | $15,000 |
| San Marcos Unified School District | San Marcos, CA | Program support | $15,000 |
| American Academy of Pediatrics | San Diego, CA | Program support | $10,000 |
| UCLA School of Law | Los Angeles, CA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Operation Homefront | San Diego, CA | Program support | $10,000 |
| All Girls STEM Society | San Diego, CA | Program support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $397,500 | 17 |
| 2024 | $622,500 | 34 |
| 2023 | $595,500 | 41 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349104805
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-2160081
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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