Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund
Invitation OnlySanta Paula, California · EIN 85-0574354 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thacher School | Ojai, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $90,000 |
| The Brigid Alliance | New York, NY | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $8,000 |
| Ojai Raptor Center | Ojai, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $2,500 |
| Ventura Land Trust | Ventura, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $2,500 |
| National Public Radio | Washington, DC | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $2,500 |
| Will Rogers PTA | Ventura, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Middle School | Santa Barbara, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $1,000 |
| Food Share of Ventura County | Oxnard, CA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $650 |
The return also lists 11 grants to individuals ($35,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $143,150 | 19 |
| 2024 | $145,700 | 13 |
| 2023 | $120,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622589349100632
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-0574354
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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