The Coto Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 26-3896152 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$699K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $14,000 and $80,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifesavers Inc | Caliente, CA | Wild horse rescue & sanctuary general operating support | $500,000 |
| Northridge Hospital Foundation | Northridge, CA | General operating support | $80,000 |
| Discovery Science Center of Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $45,000 |
| Shelter Hope Enterprises Inc | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $35,000 |
| Fulfillment Fund | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $17,000 |
| Discovery Science Center of Orange County | Santa Ana, CA | General operating support | $14,000 |
| Shelter Hope Enterprises Inc | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $8,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $699,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $304,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $472,240 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621349349105152
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3896152
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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