Downey Kiwanis Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 95-4001578
Foundation Overview
Based in Downey, CA, Downey Kiwanis Foundation has awarded 155 grants totaling $2,542,309 to organizations in California, Virginia and 1 other state across the US. Individual grants range from $125 to $143,125, with a median award of $5,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
3 of 12 recipients (25%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
97% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in Downey (87%), Fallbrook (5%), Whittier (3%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 19% change over 9 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (50%). 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 Downey Kiwanis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Graduating High School Students | $143,125 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2025 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $23,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2025 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2025 |
| Pih Health Foundation | $5,000 | Whittier, CA, US | Financial Support | 2025 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,838 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2025 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | 3 Scholarships For Teachers Of The Year | 2025 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $15,597 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp Andchristmas Shopping For Disadvantaged Children | 2025 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $50,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For Construction Of New Ymca | 2025 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program | 2025 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $7,076 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2025 |
| Kiwanis International Children's Fu | $6,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Financial Support To Improve The Lives Of Children Around The World | 2025 |
| Kiwanis Literacy Club Foundation | $1,250 | Burbank, CA, US | Purchase Books For The Children's Literacy Program | 2025 |
| 48 Graduating High School Students | $120,600 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2024 |
| Rancho Research Institute | $20,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Don Knabe Wellness Center | 2024 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $1,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2024 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2024 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2024 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2024 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | 3 Scholarships For Teachers Of The Year | 2024 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $4,908 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2024 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $50,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For Construction Of New Ymca | 2024 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $1,200 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2024 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program | 2024 |
| Gangs Out Of Downey | $125 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2024 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $5,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2024 |
| 47 Graduating High School Students | $112,625 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2023 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $25,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Don Knabe Wellness Center Along With Annual Support | 2023 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $15,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2023 |
| Pih Health Foundation | $5,000 | Whittier, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2023 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2023 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | 3 Scholarships For Teachers Of The Year | 2023 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $8,804 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp And Christmas Shopping For Disadvantaged Children | 2023 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $100,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For Construction Of New Ymca | 2023 |
| Assistance League Of Downey | $250 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program | 2023 |
| Gangs Out Of Downey | $225 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| 47 Graduating High School Students | $112,625 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2023 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $25,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Don Knabe Wellness Center Along With Annual Support | 2023 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $15,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2023 |
| Pih Health Foundation | $5,000 | Whittier, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2023 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2023 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | 3 Scholarships For Teachers Of The Year | 2023 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $8,804 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp And Christmas Shopping For Disadvantaged Children | 2023 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $100,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For Construction Of New Ymca | 2023 |
| Assistance League Of Downey | $250 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program | 2023 |
| Gangs Out Of Downey | $225 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2023 |
| 43 Graduating High School Students | $113,625 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2022 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $16,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Don Knabe Wellness Center Along With Annual Support | 2022 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $101,000 | Downey, CA, US | Modernization Of Banquet Hall Along With Annual Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2022 |
| Downey Unified School District | $500 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2022 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship For Teacher Of The Year | 2022 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $3,069 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2022 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2022 |
| Assistance League Of Downey | $1,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Rotary Club | $150 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program And Downey Family Fire Victims | 2022 |
| Downey High School | $11,086 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support Of Stem And Esports Program Along With Purchase Of Fitness Equipment | 2022 |
| L A Cada | $2,500 | Santa Fe Springs, CA, US | Support Individuals/families Struggling With Addiction And Behavioral Health Challenges | 2022 |
| Mexican American Opportunity Founda | $25,000 | Montebello, CA, US | Purchase Materials To Enhance The Learning Environment At Downey Childcare Centers | 2022 |
| 43 Graduating High School Students | $113,625 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2022 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $16,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Don Knabe Wellness Center Along With Annual Support | 2022 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $101,000 | Downey, CA, US | Modernization Of Banquet Hall Along With Annual Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2022 |
| Downey Unified School District | $500 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2022 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship For Teacher Of The Year | 2022 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $3,069 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2022 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2022 |
| Assistance League Of Downey | $1,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Rotary Club | $150 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2022 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program And Downey Family Fire Victims | 2022 |
| Downey High School | $11,086 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support Of Stem And Esports Program Along With Purchase Of Fitness Equipment | 2022 |
| L A Cada | $2,500 | Santa Fe Springs, CA, US | Support Individuals/families Struggling With Addiction And Behavioral Health Challenges | 2022 |
| Mexican American Opportunity Founda | $25,000 | Montebello, CA, US | Purchase Materials To Enhance The Learning Environment At Downey Childcare Centers | 2022 |
| 48 Graduating High School Students | $110,050 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2021 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $16,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2021 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2021 |
| St Raymonds Catholic School | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2021 |
| Downey First Christian Church | $5,976 | Downey, CA, US | Purchase Of 4 Commercial Freezers For The Food Help Program | 2021 |
| Downey Unified School District | $8,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2021 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship For Teacher Of The Year | 2021 |
| Downey Meals On Wheels | $304 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Meals To The Less Fortunate | 2021 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2021 |
| Downey Rotary Club | $150 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2021 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $2,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support For The Shop With A Cop Program | 2021 |
| Downey High School | $4,625 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Assistance For 5 Students To Attend Jazz Festivals | 2021 |
| Stauffer Middle School | $1,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Therapy Dog Program | 2021 |
| 32 Graduating High School Students | $70,100 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2020 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $2,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $1,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| Downey First Christian Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support For Their Weekly Food Bank | 2020 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,192 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2020 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship For Teacher Of The Year | 2020 |
| Downey Foundation For Educational O | $8,000 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Financial Assistance For Helping Downey Students | 2020 |
| Downey Meals On Wheels | $2,016 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Meals To The Less Fortunate | 2020 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $1,750 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2020 |
| Assistance League Of Downey | $3,640 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| Downey Rotary Club | $150 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| Downey Police Officers' Association | $1,500 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2020 |
| 30 Graduating High School Students | $47,900 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2018 |
| Rancho Los Amigos Foundation | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $1,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2018 |
| Pih Health Foundation | $4,000 | Whittier, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2018 |
| St Raymonds Catholic School | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2018 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,524 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2018 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship For Teacher Of The Year | 2018 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $3,389 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2018 |
| Downey Foundation For Educational O | $6,000 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Financial Assistance For Music To Students In Downey Schools | 2018 |
| Downey Meals On Wheels | $2,000 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Meals To The Less Fortunate | 2018 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $1,750 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2018 |
| Kiwanis Cal-nev-ha Foundation | $1,000 | Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| Justice For Our Neighbors | $3,273 | Annandale, VA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Long Beach Foundati | $1,000 | Long Beach, CA, US | Support An Event To Introduce Middle School Students To Police Officers | 2018 |
| Various Downey Community Organizati | $1,040 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2018 |
| 39 Graduating High School Students | $59,400 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2017 |
| Rancho Research Institute Inc | $27,100 | Downey, CA, US | Support Downey Residents With Health And Wellness Rehabilitation Services Plus Financial Support | 2017 |
| Arc Of Southeast Los Angeles | $18,165 | Downey, CA, US | Improvements To Building-3 Plus Financial Support | 2017 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2017 |
| Pih Health Foundation | $19,000 | Whittier, CA, US | Purchase Of A Newborn Incubator Plus Financial Support | 2017 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Community Support | 2017 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2017 |
| St Raymonds Catholic School | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2017 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2017 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $3,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2017 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $2,423 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2017 |
| Downey Unified School District | $2,250 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of The Robotics And Cross Country Programs | 2017 |
| Downey Meals On Wheels | $2,000 | Downey, CA, US | Provide Meals To The Less Fortunate | 2017 |
| Downey Family Ymca | $1,750 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2017 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2017 |
| Kiwanis International | $185 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Eliminate Maternal And Neonatal Tetanus Project | 2017 |
| Various Downey Community Organizati | $2,170 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2017 |
| 36 Graduating High School Students | $56,900 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2016 |
| City Of Downey California | $75,000 | Downey, CA, US | Playground Equipment At Furman Park | 2016 |
| Downey Unified School District | $12,400 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of The Robotics And Jazz Programs. | 2016 |
| Kiwanis International Foundation | $17,628 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Eliminate Maternal And Neonatal Tetanus Project | 2016 |
| Downey Symphonic Society | $17,000 | Downey, CA, US | Bringing Music To The 5th Grade Students Of Downey | 2016 |
| Downey United Methodist Church | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2016 |
| St Raymonds Catholic School | $10,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support The Day Care Operation | 2016 |
| Downey First Christian Church | $5,000 | Downey, CA, US | Purchase Of Computer Equipment | 2016 |
| Downey Unified School District | $4,000 | Downey, CA, US | Support Of True Lasting Connection Program | 2016 |
| 3 Downey High School Teachers | $3,000 | Downey, CA, US | Scholarship | 2016 |
| Cornerstone Christian Worship Cente | $3,000 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2016 |
| Kiwanis Club Of Downey Los Amigos | $2,198 | Downey, CA, US | Support For Pathfinder's Leadership Camp | 2016 |
| Downey Meals On Wheels | $1,904 | Downey, CA, US | Providing Meals To The Less Fortunate | 2016 |
| St Peter's Education Center | $600 | Fallbrook, CA, US | Support Of Center's Activities | 2016 |
| Various Downey Community Organizati | $17,420 | Downey, CA, US | Financial Support | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Downey Kiwanis Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 95-4001578 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 793 Downey, CA 90241-0793 |
Key People (10)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Downey Kiwanis Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Carmen Vasquez |
|---|---|
| Secretary | Leslie Jones |
| Treasurer | Gary Nesbit |
| Director | Charles Pifer |
| Director | Steve Roberson |
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