The Segerstrom Foundation
Historical FunderCosta Mesa, California · EIN 33-0269599 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $70,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE SEGERSTROM FOUNDATION CO NANCY |
|---|---|
| Address | 3333 BRISTOL STREET, COSTA MESA CA 92626 |
| Phone | 7145460110 |
| Form and materials | THE FOUNDATION PREFERS TO RECEIVE A BRIEF LETTER OF INQUIRY THAT INCLUDES A MISSION STATEMENT OF DONEE ORGANIZATION, DESCRIPTION OF HOW REQUESTED GRANT WILL BE USED, AND COPY OF IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) DETERMINATION LETTER. IF THE REQUEST IS WITHIN THE FOUNDATION'S GRANT MAKING GUIDELINES A FORMAL SUBMITTAL WILL BE SOLICITED BY THE FOUNDATION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT PRIMARILY FOR PERFORMING AND CULTURAL ARTS ORGANIZATIONS LOCATED IN ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
13% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Repertory | Costa Mesa, CA | To support the 2025 theater for young audiences series | $125,000 |
| Pacific Symphony | Irvine, CA | To support the heartstrings program | $100,000 |
| Segerstrom Center for the Arts | Costa Mesa, CA | To support endowment of great performances dance series | $100,000 |
| Turnaround Arts | Los Angeles, CA | To support the arts education | $70,000 |
| Vanguard-Segerstrom Charitable Gift Fund | Warwick, RI | To support various programs | $60,000 |
| Philharmonic Society | Irvine, CA | To support violins of hope | $50,000 |
| Festival of Children | Costa Mesa, CA | To support current programs that assist children | $40,000 |
| Laguna Art Museum | Laguna Beach, CA | To support the free children's admission program | $30,000 |
| Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation | Fullerton, CA | To support various programs | $20,000 |
| Charity Global Inc | Franklin, TN | To support various programs | $20,000 |
| Uci Foundation | Irvine, CA | To support the new swan shakespeare festival | $20,000 |
| The All American Boys Chorus | Costa Mesa, CA | To support building new headquarters | $10,000 |
| The American Orchestra Europa Foundation Inc | Irvine, CA | To support concert recordings | $10,000 |
| The Wooden Floor | Santa Ana, CA | To support the school mentoring program | $10,000 |
| The Muzeo Foundation | Anaheim, CA | To support current programs | $7,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $672,500 | 15 |
| 2024 | $743,250 | 14 |
| 2023 | $621,350 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612249349100701
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0269599
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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