The Grassini Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Barbara, California · EIN 20-8028365 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$592K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$1,100
Total assets$13.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $400 and $10,000.
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
19% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $150,000 |
| Louisville High School | Woodland Hills, CA | Education | $126,050 |
| Chaminade High School | Mineola, NY | Education | $105,550 |
| The Catholic University of America | Washington, DC | Religious education | $100,492 |
| Unity Shoppe | Santa Barbara, CA | Education | $70,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Gargen | Buellton, CA | Health & human services | $10,000 |
| Raechel & Jackie Foundation | Santa Cruz, CA | Health & human services | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $7,500 |
| Santa Ynez Pride | Solvang, CA | Health & human services | $5,000 |
| St Bonaventure University | St Bonaventure, NY | Education | $2,500 |
| Sisters of Saint Louis | Woodland Hills, CA | Health & human services | $1,100 |
| Mono County Sheriff Search and Rescue Team | Mammoth Lakes, CA | Health & human services | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $1,000 |
| Plan USA | Warwick, RI | Health & human services | $585 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood - Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $400 |
| Legends Futbol Academy | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $250 |
| Dos Pueblos High School | Goleta, CA | Health & human services | $218 |
| Vieja Valley Elementary | Santa Barbara, CA | Health & human services | $206 |
| Buena Vista PTA | Walnut Creek, CA | Health & human services | $100 |
| Baby of the Year | Los Angeles, CA | Education | $25 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $592,476 | 21 |
| 2023 | $545,296 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349103535
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8028365
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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