Ridley Foundation Aka Paul & Toni Ridley Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyCarpinteria, California · EIN 77-0171609 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$144K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$18,000
Total assets$2.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $18,000 and $18,000.
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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allan Hancock College Foundation | Santa Maria, CA | The ridley foundation scholarships | $18,000 |
| Cabrillo College Foundation | Aptos, CA | The ridley foundation student scholarships | $18,000 |
| California State University Channel Islands Foundation | Camarillo, CA | Ridley foundation scholarship for nursing students | $18,000 |
| Foothill-De Anza Foundation | Los Altos Hills, CA | The ridley foundation student scholarships | $18,000 |
| Foundation for Santa Barbara City College | Santa Barbara, CA | The ridley foundation student scholarships | $18,000 |
| Hartnell College Foundation | Salinas, CA | The ridley foundation student scholarships | $18,000 |
| Ohlone College Foundation | Fremont, CA | The ridley foundation scholarship | $18,000 |
| University of the Pacific Mcgeorge School of Law | Stockton, CA | Mcgeorge diverse bar exam support stipend | $18,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $144,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $130,895 | 8 |
| 2023 | $102,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349104279
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0171609
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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