Private foundation · EIN 20-3905090 · San Diego, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Epstein Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 3 grants paid, $1.4M total, median $468K. 100% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
3
$1.4M
Median grant
$468K
Stays in CA
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$33M

Grants paid in 2024

3 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
EducationSan Diego, CATo provide support in the field of education and research$628K
Cultural CentersSan Diego, CATo provide support for the preservation, conservation, and advancement of various art forms and nature$468K
Health and Social SupportSan Diego, CAFor health and social support to communities$260K

About this foundation

Epstein Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in San Diego, California, administered in care of Epstein Family Foundation, tax-exempt since 2006. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Epstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Epstein Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $1.4M across 3 grants, a median of $468K.

Where does Epstein Family Foundation give?

California (3 grants), per its latest filing.

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