Ruth and Sheldon Goldstein Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Paula, California · EIN 16-1478693 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$33K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$405K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
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
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Samburu Project | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $13,275 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | Laguna Hills, CA | General support | $3,000 |
| Lewa Wildlife Conservancy USA | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | Geneva, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Alexandria, VA | General support | $2,000 |
| The Sarara Foundation Reteti Elephant Sanctuary | Denver, CO | General support | $2,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $1,800 |
| Kora Project George Adamson and Tonay Fitzjohn Wildlife Trust | Malibu, CA | General support | $1,500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Yorktown Heights, NY | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Washington, DC | General support | $1,000 |
| Southern California Public Radio (Laist) | Pasadena, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | Venice, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Pacific Marine Mammal Center | Laguna Beach, CA | General support | $500 |
| Odessa Animal Sanctuary | Odessa, FL | General support | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,375 | 14 |
| 2024 | $24,560 | 12 |
| 2023 | $19,450 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601889349100915
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-1478693
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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