Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Diego, California · EIN 83-1261784 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$315K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$5.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Hill Foundation | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $40,000 |
| San Diego Parks Foundation | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The San Diego River Park Foundation | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| YWCA of San Diego County | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Access Youth Academy | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Artsbusxpress | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Boys to Men Mentoring Network Inc | Spring Valley, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Elderhelp of San Diego | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| United Way of San Diego County | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Veterans Association of North County | Oceanside, CA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Moonlight Cultural Foundation | Vista, CA | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Serving Seniors | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Urban Street Angels Inc | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $15,000 |
| LA Jolla Symphony & Chorus Association | LA Jolla, CA | General purpose | $10,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra Association | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $315,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $240,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349104796
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1261784
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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