The Cappello Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Barbara, California · EIN 20-3987578 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$315K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$2,121
Total assets$1.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $5,000.
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
22% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The UCLA Foundationschool of Law | Los Angeles, CA | Cappello trial endowment UCLA scholarship program | $150,000 |
| The UCLA Foundationschool of Law | Los Angeles, CA | Cappello trial advocacy fund | $150,000 |
| Green Brigade at University of North Texas | Denton, TX | General fund | $5,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | Ojai, CA | General fund | $2,500 |
| The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps | Rosemont, IL | General fund | $2,121 |
| Bella and Sunshine Rescue | Ontario, CA | General fund | $2,011 |
| Doberman Pinscher Rescue | Fillmore, CA | General fund | $1,500 |
| The Gentle Barn | Santa Clarita, CA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Donkey Land | Riverside, CA | General fund | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $314,632 | 9 |
| 2023 | $108,971 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349108100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3987578
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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