The Nancy Neffson and Wetmore Family Foundation Dba the Kinship Fund
Invitation OnlyLA Mesa, California · EIN 87-2907153 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
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
7% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrio Logan College Institute | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $5,750 |
| Armed Services YMCA of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| Assistance League Rancho San Diegui | Encinitas, CA | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| Bipoc Support Foundation | Escondido, CA | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| Elementary Institute of Science | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| LA Maestra Foundation Inc | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| Alma Community Care | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $4,000 |
| Good Shepherd Ministry Center | El Cajon, CA | Community assistance | $3,000 |
| San Diego County Crime Stoppers | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $1,200 |
| Travelers Aid Society of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Monarch School Project | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $950 |
| Women's Empowerment International | San Diego, CA | Community assistance | $645 |
| United Charitable | Ashburn, VA | Community assistance | $320 |
The return also lists 17 grants to individuals ($72,625). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $114,490 | 30 |
| 2023 | Unknown | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 27, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612399349100911
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-2907153
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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