OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA
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The OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA is a 501(c)3 organization that engages in relationship-based grantmaking, providing funding by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2021, the foundation awarded a total of $16.4K across four grantees. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT FOR THE YOUTH IN THE POINT LOMA COMMUNITY OF SAN DIEGO, CA
Cause Areas
2
Education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NTC FOUNDATION
San Diego, CA
$21K
12%

YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY
San Diego, CA
$16.8K
9%

RADY CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CENTER
San Diego, CA
$7K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA?
No. OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA give?
OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA primarily gives to organizations located in California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA make each year?
In 2021, OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $16 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA fund recently?
In 2025, OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include NTC FOUNDATION, YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, and RADY CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA?
OPTIMIST CLUB FOUNDATION OF POINT LOMA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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