The Mr. and Mrs. G. Kirk Swingle Foundation provides grants to charitable organizations benefiting residents of Davis, California, and Yolo County, California. The foundation focuses on funding programs in health, human services, and education. In particular, it provides financial support to nonprofit organizations working in the areas of health and human services. Additionally, the foundation awards grants to the University of California, Davis, for the "G. Kirk Swingle Scholarship," which is designated for students studying sheep raising.
Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The foundation primarily supports organizations that provide direct services to the community, particularly in healthcare and human services. Geographic limitations restrict funding to projects that directly benefit residents of Davis and Yolo County. Applications from organizations outside these areas are not considered.
The foundation awards approximately five grants per year, with individual grant amounts ranging between $10,000 and $30,000. The total annual funding distributed by the foundation averages around $100,000. The grant selection process is competitive, and organizations are encouraged to clearly demonstrate how their projects align with the foundation’s mission and priorities.
The application process is open year-round; however, applications must be submitted by February 28 to be reviewed during the annual grant meeting. Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission. Organizations that receive funding may be required to submit periodic progress reports and final reports documenting the impact and outcomes of their funded projects.
The Mr. and Mrs. G. Kirk Swingle Foundation is administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which serves as the trustee. All funding decisions are made in alignment with the foundation’s mission to support the well-being of residents in Davis and Yolo County through grants that enhance health, human services, and education.
