May and Bill Allison Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Barbara, California · EIN 81-1696791 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$220K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$7.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $23,000.
From the return
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
9% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark Rescue Santa Barbara | Goleta, CA | Rescue and care of animals at risk | $41,000 |
| Doberman Pincher Rescue | Fillmore, CA | Care and feeding of rescued dogs | $30,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | Santa Paula, CA | Rescuing dogs who in turn are trained for search and rescue | $23,000 |
| Santa Barbara Audubon Society | Santa Barbara, CA | Education, conservation and restoration of habitat | $20,000 |
| Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network | Santa Barbara, CA | Rescue and care of wildlife | $20,000 |
| Resqcats | Santa Barbara, CA | Rescue, care and adoption of abandoned cats and kittens | $20,000 |
| CARE 4 Paws | Santa Barbara, CA | Spay and neuter clinics | $15,000 |
| Santa Barbara Humane Society | Santa Barbara, CA | Medical diagnosis and treatment of animals | $15,000 |
| Kims Nurturing Nest | Danville, CA | Care for any abused, neglected, special needs, or homeless domestic or farm animal in need | $15,000 |
| Asap | Santa Barbara, CA | Care and feeding of rescued cats in Santa Barbara County | $13,000 |
| The Horse Project | Towson, MD | Care of horses eligible for adoption | $8,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $220,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $230,290 | 11 |
| 2023 | $232,520 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349103462
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-1696791
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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