Proper Giving
Invitation OnlySanta Monica, California · EIN 81-2502304 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$61K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$2,170
Total assets$74K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,036 and $6,338.
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
40% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The People Concern | Santa Monica, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $15,965 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $12,392 |
| California Fire Foundation | Sacramento, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $7,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes | Austin, TX | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $6,338 |
| Canine Rescue Club | Santa Monica, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $4,828 |
| Asian Family Support Services | Austin, TX | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Find Food Bank | Indio, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,366 |
| Palm Springs Animal Society | Palm Springs, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,170 |
| Boys and Girls Center of Palm Springs | Palm Springs, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,494 |
| Larkin Street Youth Services | San Francisco, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,390 |
| St Anthony's Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,181 |
| Safe Place for Youth | Marina Del Rey, CA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,036 |
| Partnerships for Children | Austin, TX | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Austin, TX | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $630 |
| Concerned Citizens of Montauk | Montauk, NY | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $426 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $60,716 | 15 |
| 2024 | $27,847 | 12 |
| 2023 | $56,364 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600729349100600
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-2502304
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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