Grants paid in 2025
17 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Youth Project IncorporatedSanta Barbara, CA | REACH Fellowship, supporting first generation college going, lower income youth to achieve their full potential | $504K |
| Explore EcologySanta Barbara, CA | "Garden Explorers" cultivating garden education opportunities in early childhood communities, including TK teachers in a three year program | $250K |
| Children and Family Resource ServicesSanta Barbara, CA | conclusion of the Future Smiles program, supporting 343 patients enrolled and documenting program tools, successes and evaluation data for… | $95K |
| Golden State South MtbGoleta, CA | expand youth mountain biking including scholarships, clinics, try it out days, and CycleMAYnia events in low to moderate income areas | $45K |
| Children and Nature NetworkSt Paul, MN | Economic Value of Greening Early Care and Education Outdoor Spaces | $28K |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital FoundationSanta Barbara, CA | HOPE Facilitator and Champion Training for a cohort of Santa Barbara County leaders | $15K |
| Santa Maria Valley YMCASanta Maria, CA | preschool swim lessons for 30 children, plus swim lessons for Guadalupe or Santa Maria school children in 2026 | $12K |
| The Foundation RoundtableSanta Barbara, CA | PFE Sponsorship, NPRN, and Roundtable Dues | $6,500 |
| Channel Islands YMCACarpinteria, CA | transportation for swim lessons at Our Lady of Guadalupe Feb 2 2026 - Mar 30, 2026 | $5,011 |
| Santa Barbara FoundationSanta Barbara, CA | 12th Annual School Wellness Summit September 17, 2025 | $3,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Botanic GardenBuellton, CA | general operating support, with gratitude for allowing guests to visit for the Early Childhood Retreat | $2,000 |
| Santa Maria Valley YMCASanta Maria, CA | preschool swim lessons | $2,000 |
| Starr-King Parent-Child WorkshopSanta Barbara, CA | Early Childhood Retreat Best Practice Winner | $500 |
| Communities in Schools of RichmondRichmond, VA | Matching gift | $258 |
| Historic RichmondRichmond, VA | Matching gift | $258 |
| Cuyama Elementary SchoolNew Cuyama, CA | Early Childhood Retreat Best Practice Winner | $150 |
| Hollister SchoolGoleta, CA | Early Childhood Retreat Best Practice Winner | $150 |
By state: California 14 · Minnesota 1 · Virginia 2
About this foundation
Audacious Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Santa Barbara, California, tax-exempt since 2016. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Audacious Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 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 Audacious Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $968K across 17 grants, a median of $5,011.
Where does Audacious Foundation give?
California (14 grants), Minnesota (1 grants), Virginia (2 grants), per its latest filing.
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