California Lions Youth And Camp Foundati
The organization is a private foundation focused on supporting youth leadership development and community service initiatives. Its mission centers on providing opportunities for young people to engage in leadership roles, participate in educational programs, and develop skills that foster personal growth. The foundation primarily serves youth organizations, schools, and community groups that promote leadership and service activities. It is particularly aligned with the values of the Lions Clubs International, emphasizing community involvement and youth empowerment. The foundation's activities and grants are concentrated in California, reflecting its commitment to local youth and community development.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Local or regional youth-serving organizations (including Lions/Leos clubs, school clubs, after‑school programs, and small nonprofit youth leadership initiatives) that request modest, program-specific support for leadership development and related travel or event costs.
Good Fit
- • A clear youth leadership program or activity aimed at disadvantaged youth.
- • Modest funding requests in the typical $500–$5,000 range (or program-specific travel/event support).
- • A local presence in California or an existing relationship with Lions/Leo networks.
- • Ability to provide a concise email request and a mailing address as instructed in the filing.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year covered five states, with grant counts concentrated in California and sizable dollar allocations to Illinois, indicating a multi‑state footprint despite concentration in a few states.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 32 distinct recipients and 36 grants, with many small, independent local recipients rather than a tiny closed set; repeat grantees exist but do not dominate the roster.
New Applicants
Behavioral evidence shows many new grantees in the latest year (22 new recipients) and the foundation publishes a concrete email/mail submission route, so unfamiliar applicants plausibly can enter the portfolio; the funder still targets youth leadership activities which shapes eligibility.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
