The Meigs Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyCarlsbad, California · EIN 26-0334666 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$89K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$314K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $700 and $2,800.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nativity Prep Academy of San Diego | San Diego, CA | General use | $59,700 |
| Rotary Club of Carlsbad | Carlsbad, CA | General use | $5,500 |
| Science Spark | Encinitas, CA | General use | $5,000 |
| A Step Beyond | Escondido, CA | General use | $3,365 |
| Ovation Theatrehuman Dignity Foundation | Encinitas, CA | General use | $2,800 |
| Advancing Students Forward | San Diego, CA | General use | $2,060 |
| Cristo Rey San Diego | San Diego, CA | General use | $2,060 |
| Feeding San Diego | San Diego, CA | General use | $1,495 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | Carlsbad, CA | General use | $1,000 |
| Carlsbad Community Theatre | Carlsbad, CA | General use | $1,000 |
| Hospice of the North Coast | Carlsbad, CA | General use | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General use | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General use | $700 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Topeka, KS | General use | $700 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Tampa, FL | General use | $700 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | General use | $600 |
| Mitchell Thorp Foundation | Carlsbad, CA | General use | $500 |
| Girl Scouts of the USA | New York, NY | General use | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $89,480 | 18 |
| 2023 | $47,699 | 10 |
| 2021 | $14,350 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610709349100311
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0334666
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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