The Erstad Foundation
Historical FunderNewbury Park, California · EIN 77-0418819 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | HAROLD R POTTER |
|---|---|
| Address | P O Box 980, Newbury Park CA 913190980 |
| Phone | 8054981261 |
| Form and materials | Submit Application for Evaluation. |
| Deadlines | Accepted at any Time |
| Restrictions | None |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture This Ministries Inc | Thousand Oaks, CA | Christian Education | $15,000 |
| Reconciliation Ministries | Medina, WA | Christian Education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349104614
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0418819
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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