The Henry T and Elizabeth Segerstrom Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyCosta Mesa, California · EIN 47-2574780 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.2M
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$125,000
Total assets$29M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $200,000.
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
33% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | Support for artistry programs | $230,000 |
| Philharmonic Society of Oc | Irvine, CA | Support for artistry programs | $225,000 |
| Colburn School | Los Angeles, CA | Support for artistry programs | $200,000 |
| Turnaround Arts California | Los Angeles, CA | Support for artistry programs | $200,000 |
| American Ballet Theatre | New York, NY | Support for artistry programs | $125,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera | New York City, NY | Support for artistry programs | $125,000 |
| Foreign Policy Association | New York, NY | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Ryman Arts | Los Angeles, CA | Support for artistry programs | $50,000 |
| Save Venice | Costa Mesa, CA | Support for artistry programs | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,230,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $1,203,235 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349107393
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2574780
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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