Dorene And Lee Butler Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 47-0816345
Foundation Overview
Based in Newport Beach, CA, Dorene And Lee Butler Family Foundation has awarded 145 grants totaling $2,369,429 to organizations in California, Kentucky and 18 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $200 to $250,000, with a median award of $2,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
6 of 14 recipients (43%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
54% of grants are awarded in California, with additional funding distributed across 19 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within California, funding concentrates in San Francisco (19%), Laguna Beach (14%), Nevada City (9%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 51% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (59%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Dorene And Lee Butler Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $209,095 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Sanctuary Springs Inc | $64,600 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $6,030 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| National Park Foundation | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Crystal Cove Conservancy | $5,000 | Newport Coast, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| City Harvest Inc | $1,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| California State Parks Foundation | $3,098 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Community Action Partnership Of Orange County | $1,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Covellite Presents | $5,102 | Butte, MT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Glow Global | $5,400 | Santa Ana, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Make A Wish Foundation Of America | $1,050 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| One805 | $1,950 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Share Ourselves | $6,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2024 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Sanctuary Springs Inc | $74,000 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $1,030 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Twin Cities Pride | $1,061 | Minneapolis, MN, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Railroad Passengers Association | $46,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Fund Employee Salary And Association Staff Costs. | 2023 |
| Grandparent Autism Network | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| National Park Foundation | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Crystal Cove Conservancy | $5,250 | Newport Coast, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| City Harvest Inc | $1,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Air Force Academy Foundation | $250,000 | Usaf Academy, CO, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2023 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sanctuary Springs Inc | $155,250 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Bay Area | $1,064 | Palo Alto, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Adventurers And Scientists For Conservation | $1,040 | Bozeman, MT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $515 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Lexarts Inc | $6,500 | Lexington, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Make A Wish | $525 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Performances Dba Egyptian Theatre | $2,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sierra Watch | $1,000 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Twin Cities Pride | $500 | Minneapolis, MN, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sanctuary Springs Inc | $155,250 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Bay Area | $1,064 | Palo Alto, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Adventurers And Scientists For Conservation | $1,040 | Bozeman, MT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $515 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Lexarts Inc | $6,500 | Lexington, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Make A Wish | $525 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Performances Dba Egyptian Theatre | $2,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sierra Watch | $1,000 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Twin Cities Pride | $500 | Minneapolis, MN, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sanctuary Springs Inc | $155,250 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Bay Area | $1,064 | Palo Alto, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Adventurers And Scientists For Conservation | $1,040 | Bozeman, MT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $515 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Lexarts Inc | $6,500 | Lexington, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Make A Wish | $525 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Park City Performances Dba Egyptian Theatre | $2,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Sierra Watch | $1,000 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Twin Cities Pride | $500 | Minneapolis, MN, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2022 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| The Redwood Project | $160,000 | Winchester, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Park City Ski & Snowboard Llcutah Athletic Fdtn | $2,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Railroad Passengers Association | $46,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Fund Employee Salary And Association Staff Costs. | 2021 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Bay Area | $10,317 | Palo Alto, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Adventurers And Scientists For Conservation | $20,000 | Bozeman, MT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Cornerstone Housing For Adults With Disabilities | $5,203 | North Hollywood, CA, US | To Be Used Toward Construction Of The Village. | 2021 |
| Omaha Zoo Foundation | $5,000 | Omaha, NE, US | In Support Of The Lee G. Simmons Legacy Fund. | 2021 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $25,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| The Rector And Visitors Of The University Of | $25,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | In Support Of The William G. Butler Student Fund In Art Criticism. | 2021 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | $2,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Shepherds House Inc | $1,000 | Lexington, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2021 |
| Ucla Foundation | $500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | In Support Of Men's Ultimate Frisbee. | 2021 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $10,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| The Redwood Project | $120,000 | Hillsborough, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Sierra Watch | $1,000 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Park City Ski & Snowboard Llcutah Athletic Fdtn | $1,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Foster The Bay | $4,000 | San Jose, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| The Liahona Motu (lemo) Foundation | $4,000 | Redwood City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Railroad Passengers Association | $50,500 | Washington, DC, US | $4,500 To Further Programs Of The Organization; $46,000 To Fund Salary And Staff Costs. | 2020 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Bay Area | $5,000 | Palo Alto, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Support Circle - First Resort | $4,000 | San Leandro, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Partners In Oakland Education (vincent Academy) | $3,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Almaeda County Community Food Bank | $1,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Community Action Partnership Of Orange County | $1,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | To Further The Food Bank Program Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Free Throws For Kids | $1,077 | West Chester, OH, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Grandparent Autism Network | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Love Never Fails | $4,000 | Dublin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Onalaska Farm Sanctuary | $563 | Onalaska, WA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| San Francisco Symphony | $1,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| The Springstone School | $1,000 | Lafayette, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| The Surfrider Foundation | $500 | San Clemente, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2020 |
| Bay Area Youth Rugby Inc | $1,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $29,852 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization, Including $7,500 For The Legacy Ball, $400 For The Holiday Luncheon For Seniors And $21,952 For General Programs. | 2018 |
| The Springstone School | $500 | Lafayette, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Partners In Oakland Education Dba Vincent Academy | $2,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| The Redwood Project | $145,000 | Hayward, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | $1,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Relay For Life Of Lakota East High School. | 2018 |
| Community Foundation Of West Chesterliberty | $1,077 | West Chester, OH, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Grandparent Autism Network | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | $6,000 | Newport Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization, Including Funding For One Motorized Bariatric Recliner. | 2018 |
| Sierra Watch | $1,000 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further The Squaw Valley Campaign Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| University Of California Berkeley Foundation | $1,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Adventurers And Scientists For Conservation | $5,000 | Bozeman, MT, US | To Support The Project Seed Fund. | 2018 |
| Anderson Humane Society | $500 | Lawrenceburg, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of San Francisco | $1,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| California State University Fresno Foundation | $5,000 | Fresno, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization, Including Wayfinders. | 2018 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Children's Organ Transplant Association | $1,030 | Bloomington, IN, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Dzanc Books (disquiet Scholarship Fund) | $1,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Habitat For Humanity Greater San Francisco | $258 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| No Square Theater | $25,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Park City Community Foundation | $1,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Park City Ski & Snowbaord Llcutah Athletic Fdtn | $1,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| San Francisco Symphony | $1,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Sanctuary Bay (the Redwood Project) | $10,000 | Hayward, CA, US | To Provide A Vehicle For A Single Mother Of 2 Children. | 2018 |
| Woodford Humane Society | $515 | Versailles, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization. | 2018 |
| Avenues For Women Inc | $3,200 | Frankfort, KY, US | To Assist The Organization In Purchasing A Laptop Computer, A Desktop Computer And 3 Ipads | 2017 |
| Educational Foundation Of Orinda | $2,500 | Orinda, CA, US | To Further The Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Bay Area Youth Rugby Inc | $2,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further The Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Woodford County Theatrical Arts Association(wctaa) | $2,500 | Versailles, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | $18,746 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further The Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| The Springstone School | $500 | Lafayette, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Partners In Oakland Education Dba Vincent Academy | $2,500 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Park City Ski Education Foundation | $1,500 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| The Redwood Project | $145,000 | Orinda, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | $200 | Atlanta, GA, US | Relay For Life Of Lakota East High School | 2017 |
| Appalshop Inc | $1,515 | Whitesburg, KY, US | To Further Appalachian Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Community Initiatives | $500 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization Specifically Bay Area Disc Association | 2017 |
| California Southern Baptist Convention | $5,100 | Fresno, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization, Specifically The Purchase Of A Truck Commercial Work Topper And Toolbox To Aid In Disaster Relief | 2017 |
| Community Foundation Of West Chesterliberty | $1,077 | West Chester, OH, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Community Service Programs Inc | $1,000 | Santa Ana, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Grandparent Autism Network | $5,000 | Tustin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | $5,736 | Newport Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Kimball Art Center | $5,000 | Park City, UT, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Laguna Beach Community Clinic | $1,000 | Laguna Beach, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Lexarts Inc | $515 | Lexington, KY, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Love Never Fails Inc | $7,500 | Dublin, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Oakland Almeda County Firefighters Charity Fund | $600 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of San Francisco | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| The Sierra Fund | $500 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Sierra Watch | $500 | Nevada City, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| University Of California Berkeley Foundation | $1,000 | Berkeley, CA, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| University Of California Irvine Foundation | $1,000 | Irvine, CA, US | To Support The Organization's Center For Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders | 2017 |
| The V Foundation | $500 | Cary, NC, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $500 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Further Programs Of The Organization | 2017 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 47-0816345 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 201 CRYSTAL AVE Newport Beach, CA 92662-1313 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Dorene And Lee Butler Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Secretary/treas/dir- As Needed | George Lee Butler |
|---|---|
| President-time As Needed | Lisa Butler |
| Director- Time As Needed | Brett Lee Butler |
| Director-time As Needed | Patricia Dawn Butler |
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