Susanne and Gary Tobey Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyEncino, California · EIN 26-1600807 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$54K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$1.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $5,000.
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
43% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| John Burroughs School | St Louis, MO | General support | $5,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Denver, CO | General support | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Arlington, VA | General support | $5,000 |
| The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $3,000 |
| Aspca | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Casa Del Herrero Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $2,500 |
| Child Abuse Listening & Mediation (Calm) | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| The Garden Conservancy | Garrison, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Gardens in Paradise | Paradise, CA | General support | $2,325 |
| After-School All-Stars | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network | Goleta, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Boone, IA | General support | $1,000 |
| Perfect Pet Rescue | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $53,825 | 16 |
| 2024 | $85,650 | 20 |
| 2023 | $88,900 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612159349100336
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1600807
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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