How to apply
Accepts applications
The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.
- Contact
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Henry L Guenther Foundation
3020 Old Ranch Parkway Ste 300
Seal Beach, CA 90740
(562) 799-5544
- Form and materials
- The Guenther Foundation accepts applications for grants from qualified tax-exempt charitable organizations operating within the State of California. Applications are not accepted from individuals. Regular meetings of the Guenther Foundation Board of Directors are held semi-annually in the winter and summer to consider and take final action on pending applications for grants. Effective with the October 31, 2020 deadline, all applications must be submitted online; the Guenther Foundation will no longer accept mailed or hand-delivered paper copies. Applications must be fully completed directly on the henry L. Guenther Foundation website by October 31 for consideration at the board of directors meeting held in January, and by May 31 for consideration at the meeting held in July. Prospective applicants are requested to communicate with the Guenther Foundation office only by letter or email (no telephone calls please). Please visit guentherfoundation.org/how-to-apply/ for more information.
- Deadlines
- October 31st and may 31st
- Restrictions
- In general, the foundation applies its resources to preserve and enrich the benefits to be derived by california residents, and principally those residing in southern california. The foundation has established policies (attached) to guide its board of directors in allocating its donations. These policies are not rigid and occasional exceptions may be made to some of them under unusual circumstances.
Assets and giving by year
-
Tax year 2024
$4,199,500
- Grants listed
- 58
- Assets, end of year
- $115,925,175
-
Tax year 2023
$3,462,000
- Grants listed
- 46
- Assets, end of year
- $109,294,511
-
Tax year 2022
$3,753,300
- Grants listed
- 51
- Assets, end of year
- $97,251,214
-
Tax year 2021
$4,354,500
- Grants listed
- 75
- Assets, end of year
- $120,612,118
-
Tax year 2020
$3,217,045
- Grants listed
- 42
- Assets, end of year
- $105,534,603
-
Tax year 2019
$2,971,255
- Grants listed
- 35
- Assets, end of year
- $95,126,037
-
Tax year 2018
$1,925,000
- Grants listed
- 20
- Assets, end of year
- $84,631,925
Grants paid in 2024
As listed on the return.
-
Rady Children's Hospital- San DiegoSan Diego, CA
support the Little Heroes League Care Coordination Program.
$500,000 -
Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterW Hollywood, CA
support Thermo Fisher Bigfoot Spectral Flow Cytometer and Cell Sorter which represents the greatest innovation in the field of research and provides exponential levels of resolution to identify rare single cells contributing to diseases.
$450,000 -
Providence Little Company of Mary FoundationTorrance, CA
support equipment and technology upgrades for the Del Vicario Cardiovascular Center of Excellence to improve the way in which we diagnose and treat cardiovascular care in community.
$450,000 -
Glendale Adventist Medical Center FoundationGlendale, CA
renovate four catheterization labs.
$300,000 -
Salk Institute for Biological StudiesLa Jolla, CA
purchase an Axioscan 7 system.
$288,000 -
Long Beach Medical CenterLong Beach, CA
purchase a new laser system necessary for minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures including coronary and peripheral atherectomies, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, endovascular abdominal aortic repair, and more.
$250,000 -
Braille Institute of America IncLos Angeles, CA
support library services.
$200,000 -
Saint John's Health Center FoundationSanta Monica, CA
purchase the next-generation sequencer NextSeq2000.
$200,000 -
Jenesse Center IncLos Angeles, CA
renovate a recently purchased facility in an unserved/underserved section of South Los Angeles to provide comprehensive services to transition violence victims from crisis to stability and on to self-sufficiency.
$150,000 -
Mater Dei High SchoolSanta Ana, CA
support construction of a performing arts center to support the Mater Dei community as well as the broader Santa Ana and Orange County communities.
$100,000 -
Richstone Center IncHawthorne, CA
To identify and implement a new County and State compliant electronic health record (EHR) system.
$85,000 -
Alzheimer's Greater Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA
support the clinical team for dementia care to vulnerable patients.
$75,000 -
American Red CrossSanta Ana, CA
purchase a new Ram ProMaster 3500.
$62,000 -
House Institute FoundationLos Angeles, CA
sustain and grow research, education, and hearing health care initiatives.
$50,000 -
Los Angeles House of RuthEncino, CA
help cover the final costs of the building of a Community Building.
$50,000 -
Madera County Food BankMadera, CA
provide current patrons with additional food support and expand the current number of patrons.
$50,000 -
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange CountyIrvine, CA
support operation of Harvest Solutions Farm.
$50,000 -
Union Station Homeless ServicesPasadena, CA
renovate the permanent supportive housing building Euclid Villa.
$50,000 -
Conejo Free ClinicThousand Oaks, CA
sustain and expand the Conejo Free Clinic's Senior Dentistry Program by supporting direct treatment, treatment supplies and advanced specialty dentures; completed care for over 400 low income seniors with no options for care.
$50,000 -
The Dragon Kim FoundationIrvine, CA
expand opportunities for youth through equitable and inclusive entrepreneurship leadership training opportunities for high school students across Southern CA.
$50,000 -
Fallbrook Senior Citizens Service ClubFallbrook, CA
buy food and pay staff for the Nutrition Program that aims to reduce both food insecurity and social isolation among older adults by offering nutritious meals, entertainment, and activities in a communal setting.
$45,000 -
St Anne's Family ServicesLos Angeles, CA
support young women and girls impacted by foster care and juvenile justice in our Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), ages 13-18, and Transitional Housing Program, ages 18-25, who are pregnant and parenting.
$40,000 -
Project Understanding of San BuenaventuraVentura, CA
purchase a used truck to transport food donations.
$35,000 -
St Vincent de Paul Village IncSan Diego, CA
purchase a panoramic radiograph and an oral surgery handpiece for dental clinic to improve access to - and quality of - oral health care for neighbors experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
$32,000 -
Healing CaliforniaSanta Fe SPGS, CA
purchase new mobile dental units.
$30,000 -
Boys Club of FallbrookFallbrook, CA
support new teen center project.
$30,000 -
Child & Family CenterSanta Clarita, CA
support C&FC's Domestic Violence program - the only DV program and shelter in L.A. County's 3rd largest city.
$30,000 -
United Through ReadingSan Diego, CA
support Southern CA programming through book distribution events, ensure deploying units have equipment and supplies needed for story stations, operate the Mobile Story Station West, and train United Through Reading volunteers.
$30,000 -
Guide Dogs for the Blind IncSan Rafael, CA
support activities in Southern California.
$25,000 -
Life Steps Foundation IncLos Angeles, CA
enhance critical care and training for over 300 adults with developmental disabilities.
$25,000 -
Shoes That FitClaremont, CA
distribute shoes to low-income children in Southern California.
$25,000 -
Special Olympics Southern CaliforniaLong Beach, CA
fund direct program expenses and growth in the chapter.
$25,000 -
Barrio Logan College InstituteSan Diego, CA
support BLCI's College Career and Readiness Program, which prepares underserved students to be the first in their families to attend and graduate college through year-round, no-cost after-school programs.
$25,000 -
Carol's Kitchen IncBeaumont, CA
purchase protein for lunches and assist with the operation costs such as: truck gas and maintenance, utilities and rent.
$25,000 -
Florence Crittenton Services of Orange County IncFullerton, CA
provide behavioral health/child welfare services.
$25,000 -
Long Beach Rescue MissionLong Beach, CA
support the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs of people experiencing homelessness in Long Beach, including hot meals, clothing and a safe place to stay.
$25,000 -
AHEAD With Horses IncShadow Hills, CA
create a permanent, expanded facility.
$20,000 -
Lawrence Family Jewish Community CenterLa Jolla, CA
cover the salaries of 4 full-time staff members for 8 weeks of summer camp.
$20,000 -
Happy Trails for KidsSanta Monica, CA
cover direct camp expenses: Counselors and specialty staff, camp facilities, transportation to/from camp, activity supplies, insurance, and staff training.
$20,000 -
Homeboy IndustriesLos Angeles, CA
support Education and Curriculum programming that enables formerly incarcerated or gang-involved individuals to pursue goals that lead to self-sufficiency and promotes equity in access to education.
$20,000 -
Cheerful Helpers Child and Family Study CenterLos Angeles, CA
expand efforts to further develop continuum of care.
$15,000 -
Foundation for Women WarriorsVista, CA
support the delivery of the Women Veteran Transition and Emergency Services program.
$15,000 -
Orange County Rescue Mission IncTustin, CA
support the Success Center.
$15,000 -
Proyecto PastoralLos Angeles, CA
expand the IMPACTO youth program.
$15,000 -
Mar Vista Family CenterCulver City, CA
support of the organization's community-based programs and services, which address the educational, health and developmental barriers low-income families experience in building sustainable and thriving lives.
$15,000 -
Switzer Learning CenterTorrance, CA
aid Switzer Super Readers, providing classroom reading sets and new resources for our new school library, catering to the unique learning needs of these students.
$15,000 -
Breast Cancer SolutionsLake Forest, CA
provide financial assistance for housing.
$10,000 -
Coastal Roots FarmEncinitas, CA
cover education program costs, program scholarships, and bus transportation.
$10,000 -
Forever Balboa ParkSan Diego, CA
support a new literacy initiative.
$10,000 -
Angel FacesBoise, ID
fund a four-day retreat for girls who have suffered from traumatic burn injuries. Funds will specifically support retreat expenses including mental health professional fees and travel expenses for attendees.
$10,000 -
Happy Hats For Kids in HospitalsTorrance, CA
support Hero Club Program: Each child is offered a gift with a whimsical Hero Hat & a coordinating Hero Club bilingual, educational, activity/storybook. Holiday Happy Hat Program: Each hospitalized child is given a Holiday Hat for six holidays each year.
$10,000 -
Orange County Adult Achievement CenterAnaheim, CA
provide 12 adults with disabilities the educational support they need to take one semester of High School Diploma classes and/or college classes, resulting in better employment options, higher earning potential, and greater independence.
$10,000 -
YWCA Glendale and PasadenaGlendale, CA
support the YWCAGP's Girls Empowerment Program, which includes after-school programming, summer camp, STEAM workshops, and mentorship.
$10,000 -
Heaven on Earth Society for AnimalsN Hollywood, CA
support critical medical care (including spay/neuter) expenses.
$7,500 -
Holy Family Day Homes of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA
support the Food Security Program.
$5,000 -
Kitchens for GoodSan Diego, CA
support project staff salaries, apprentice stipends, bus passes, or food for lessons.
$5,000 -
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Orange CountySanta Ana, CA
provide 36 essential early intervention and pediatric therapy treatment sessions to children.
$5,000 -
Megan's Wings IncLaguna Niguel, CA
help expand Patient Aid Program to provide pediatric cancer families with 2 months' house payment assistance when a parent, experiencing income loss, is unable to meet their basic needs due to their child's treatment demands.
$5,000
Approved for future payment
Approved in 2024 and not yet paid; the largest 50 are shown.
-
Rady Children's Hospital- San DiegoSan Diego, CA
support the Little Heroes League Care Coordination Program.
$500,000 -
Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterW Hollywood, CA
support Thermo Fisher Bigfoot Spectral Flow Cytometer and Cell Sorter which represents the greatest innovation in the field of research and provides exponential levels of resolution to identify rare single cells contributing to diseases.
$450,000 -
Providence Little Company of Mary FoundationTorrance, CA
support equipment and technology upgrades for the Del Vicario Cardiovascular Center of Excellence to improve the way in which we diagnose and treat cardiovascular care in community.
$450,000 -
Glendale Adventist Medical Center FoundationGlendale, CA
renovate four catheterization labs.
$300,000 -
Salk Institute for Biological StudiesLa Jolla, CA
purchase an Axioscan 7 system.
$288,000 -
Long Beach Medical CenterLong Beach, CA
purchase a new laser system necessary for minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures including coronary and peripheral atherectomies, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, endovascular abdominal aortic repair, and more.
$250,000 -
Braille Institute of America IncLos Angeles, CA
support library services.
$200,000 -
Saint John's Health Center FoundationSanta Monica, CA
purchase the next-generation sequencer NextSeq2000.
$200,000 -
Jenesse Center IncLos Angeles, CA
renovate a recently purchased facility in an unserved/underserved section of South Los Angeles to provide comprehensive services to transition violence victims from crisis to stability and on to self-sufficiency.
$150,000 -
Mater Dei High SchoolSanta Ana, CA
support construction of a performing arts center to support the Mater Dei community as well as the broader Santa Ana and Orange County communities.
$100,000 -
Richstone Center IncHawthorne, CA
To identify and implement a new County and State compliant electronic health record (EHR) system.
$85,000 -
Alzheimer's Greater Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA
support the clinical team for dementia care to vulnerable patients.
$75,000 -
American Red CrossSanta Ana, CA
purchase a new Ram ProMaster 3500.
$62,000 -
House Institute FoundationLos Angeles, CA
sustain and grow research, education, and hearing health care initiatives.
$50,000 -
Los Angeles House of RuthEncino, CA
help cover the final costs of the building of a Community Building.
$50,000 -
Madera County Food BankMadera, CA
provide current patrons with additional food support and expand the current number of patrons.
$50,000 -
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange CountyIrvine, CA
support operation of Harvest Solutions Farm.
$50,000 -
Union Station Homeless ServicesPasadena, CA
renovate the permanent supportive housing building Euclid Villa.
$50,000 -
Conejo Free ClinicThousand Oaks, CA
sustain and expand the Conejo Free Clinic's Senior Dentistry Program by supporting direct treatment, treatment supplies and advanced specialty dentures; completed care for over 400 low income seniors with no options for care.
$50,000 -
The Dragon Kim FoundationIrvine, CA
expand opportunities for youth through equitable and inclusive entrepreneurship leadership training opportunities for high school students across Southern CA.
$50,000 -
Fallbrook Senior Citizens Service ClubFallbrook, CA
buy food and pay staff for the Nutrition Program that aims to reduce both food insecurity and social isolation among older adults by offering nutritious meals, entertainment, and activities in a communal setting.
$45,000 -
St Anne's Family ServicesLos Angeles, CA
support young women and girls impacted by foster care and juvenile justice in our Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), ages 13-18, and Transitional Housing Program, ages 18-25, who are pregnant and parenting.
$40,000 -
Project Understanding of San BuenaventuraVentura, CA
purchase a used truck to transport food donations.
$35,000 -
St Vincent de Paul Village IncSan Diego, CA
purchase a panoramic radiograph and an oral surgery handpiece for dental clinic to improve access to - and quality of - oral health care for neighbors experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
$32,000 -
Healing CaliforniaSanta Fe SPGS, CA
purchase new mobile dental units.
$30,000 -
Boys Club of FallbrookFallbrook, CA
support new teen center project.
$30,000 -
Child & Family CenterSanta Clarita, CA
support C&FC's Domestic Violence program - the only DV program and shelter in L.A. County's 3rd largest city.
$30,000 -
United Through ReadingSan Diego, CA
support Southern CA programming through book distribution events, ensure deploying units have equipment and supplies needed for story stations, operate the Mobile Story Station West, and train United Through Reading volunteers.
$30,000 -
Guide Dogs for the Blind IncSan Rafael, CA
support activities in Southern California.
$25,000 -
Life Steps Foundation IncLos Angeles, CA
enhance critical care and training for over 300 adults with developmental disabilities.
$25,000 -
Shoes That FitClaremont, CA
distribute shoes to low-income children in Southern California.
$25,000 -
Special Olympics Southern CaliforniaLong Beach, CA
fund direct program expenses and growth in the chapter.
$25,000 -
Barrio Logan College InstituteSan Diego, CA
support BLCI's College Career and Readiness Program, which prepares underserved students to be the first in their families to attend and graduate college through year-round, no-cost after-school programs.
$25,000 -
Carol's Kitchen IncBeaumont, CA
purchase protein for lunches and assist with the operation costs such as: truck gas and maintenance, utilities and rent.
$25,000 -
Florence Crittenton Services of Orange County IncFullerton, CA
provide behavioral health/child welfare services.
$25,000 -
Long Beach Rescue MissionLong Beach, CA
support the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs of people experiencing homelessness in Long Beach, including hot meals, clothing and a safe place to stay.
$25,000 -
AHEAD With Horses IncShadow Hills, CA
create a permanent, expanded facility.
$20,000 -
Lawrence Family Jewish Community CenterLa Jolla, CA
cover the salaries of 4 full-time staff members for 8 weeks of summer camp.
$20,000 -
Happy Trails for KidsSanta Monica, CA
cover direct camp expenses: Counselors and specialty staff, camp facilities, transportation to/from camp, activity supplies, insurance, and staff training.
$20,000 -
Homeboy IndustriesLos Angeles, CA
support Education and Curriculum programming that enables formerly incarcerated or gang-involved individuals to pursue goals that lead to self-sufficiency and promotes equity in access to education.
$20,000 -
Cheerful Helpers Child and Family Study CenterLos Angeles, CA
expand efforts to further develop continuum of care.
$15,000 -
Foundation for Women WarriorsVista, CA
support the delivery of the Women Veteran Transition and Emergency Services program.
$15,000 -
Orange County Rescue Mission IncTustin, CA
support the Success Center.
$15,000 -
Proyecto PastoralLos Angeles, CA
expand the IMPACTO youth program.
$15,000 -
Mar Vista Family CenterCulver City, CA
support of the organization's community-based programs and services, which address the educational, health and developmental barriers low-income families experience in building sustainable and thriving lives.
$15,000 -
Switzer Learning CenterTorrance, CA
aid Switzer Super Readers, providing classroom reading sets and new resources for our new school library, catering to the unique learning needs of these students.
$15,000 -
Breast Cancer SolutionsLake Forest, CA
provide financial assistance for housing.
$10,000 -
Coastal Roots FarmEncinitas, CA
cover education program costs, program scholarships, and bus transportation.
$10,000 -
Forever Balboa ParkSan Diego, CA
support a new literacy initiative.
$10,000 -
Angel FacesBoise, ID
fund a four-day retreat for girls who have suffered from traumatic burn injuries. Funds will specifically support retreat expenses including mental health professional fees and travel expenses for attendees.
$10,000
Where the money goes
By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.
- Health10 grants $1,455,00043% of the total
- Human services16 grants $800,00023% of the total
- Philanthropy and grantmaking2 grants $500,00015% of the total
- Science and technology1 grant $288,0008% of the total
- Food and agriculture2 grants $100,0003% of the total
- Medical research1 grant $50,0001% of the total
- 8 other causes11 grants $224,5007% of the total
By State
Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.
- California58 grants $4,199,500
Officers, directors and trustees
As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.
- Ann LeatherburyVICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY Hours 40Pay $310,307
- Susanne SundbergCHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Hours 40Pay $333,048
- Sarah C MillikenFORMER DIRECTOR/OFFICER Hours 0Pay $0
- Richard BattagliaDIRECTOR Hours 20Pay $110,636
- Charles LeatherburyTREASURER Hours 40Pay $289,914
- Phillip BattagliaDIRECTOR Hours 20Pay $110,636
- Eric MooberryDIRECTOR Hours 20Pay $110,636
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