The Hamister Foundation
Invitation OnlyConcord, California · EIN 77-0442967 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$100K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
28% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Madison, WI | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | Aid school | $25,000 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | Santa Barbara, CA | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Opera Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | Support the arts | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History | Santa Barbara, CA | Free history exhibits | $5,000 |
| Sb Humane Society | Santa Barbara, CA | Animal shelter | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $100,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $91,000 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533119349101938
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0442967
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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