Melvin Garb Foundation
Invitation OnlyEncinitas, California · EIN 93-1067365 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.6M
Organizations funded22
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$20.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $100,000.
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
4% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Roots | Encinitas, CA | Sustainable agriculture, food justice, ancient jewish wisdom | $260,000 |
| Diabetes Research Connection | Del Mar, CA | Diabetes research | $200,000 |
| Hillel of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Mentors and educators to provide students with valuable tools and opportunities to be jewish leaders | $150,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | San Diego, CA | Support jewish democratic values and fighting antisemitism | $112,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | San Diego, CA | Working to create a stronger, healthier community where everyone can thrive | $100,000 |
| Seacrest Foundation | Encinitas, CA | Supports senior housing and healthcare | $100,000 |
| Vehicles for Change - San Diego | National City, CA | To provide automobiels to people experiencing extreme poverty and in need of reliable transportation | $100,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego | LA Jolla, CA | Provide zero-interest loans to support those facing financial challenges or investing in their life dreams | $75,000 |
| Leap to Success | Carlsbad, CA | Programs for women | $75,000 |
| American Joint Distribution Committee | New York, NY | Disaster relief response to emergent crises and ongoing development needs | $50,000 |
| Interfaith Community Services | Carlsbad, CA | Empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through programs with faith communities | $50,000 |
| Kitchens for Good | San Diego, CA | Provide technical and life skills for individuals to find meaningful careers in hospitality industry | $50,000 |
| Sd Memorial Society | Poway, CA | Provide support during difficult times | $50,000 |
| Temple Israel of Hollywood | Los Angeles, CA | Support for synagogue | $50,000 |
| Empowered Endings Foundation | San Diego, CA | To humanize healthcare and ensure no one faces grief alone | $25,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of San Diego | LA Jolla, CA | JCC programs | $25,000 |
| Pendleton Community Fund | Carlsbad, CA | Support for servicemen: specifically providing car seats for children | $25,000 |
| Burn Institute | San Diego, CA | Supporting individuals affected by burn trauma | $20,000 |
| Circle Tlc Ranch | Lakeside, CA | Support camps | $15,000 |
| Mama's Kitchen | San Diego, CA | Improve health and wellbeing of individuals vulnerable to malnutrition | $15,000 |
| East County Youth Symphony | El Cajon, CA | Support young musicians with orchestral education and performance opportunities | $10,000 |
| Thinc Foundation | San Diego, CA | Advancing a more constructive vision for K-12 education dedicating transparency, honesty and integrity in the classroom | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,567,000 | 22 |
| 2024 | $1,875,000 | 22 |
| 2023 | $1,544,575 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642189349100209
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-1067365
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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