Grants paid in 2025
15 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Anthony Orthodox Christian ChurchSan Diego, CA | Building fund | $250K |
| American Task Force for LebanonWashington, DC | Annual giving | $50K |
| Kuwait-America FoundationWashington, DC | 2025 gala | $25K |
| Boy Scouts of America San Diego ImperialSan Diego, CA | Annual giving | $10K |
| Rene Moawad FoundationChevy Chase, MD | Annual giving | $10K |
| Kent State UniversityKent, OH | Rotc donation | $10K |
| Virginia Military InstituteLexington, VA | Call to duty scholarship fund | $10K |
| Columbia UniversityNew York, NY | Annual giving | $10K |
| East County Transitional LivingEl Cajon, CA | Annual giving | $10K |
| San Diego Rescue MissionSan Diego, CA | Annual giving | $10K |
| Round Canopy Parachuting Team USACoral Gables, FL | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Men AliveSanta Ana, CA | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Parkinsons Orange CountyLadera Ranch, CA | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Angel Fund for ALSWakefield, MA | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Grape Day Steam FoundationEscondido, CA | Gala | $1,000 |
By state: California 7 · District of Columbia 2 · Maryland 1 · Ohio 1 · Virginia 1 · New York 1
About this foundation
Issa Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Cheyenne, Wyoming, administered in care of Rich Hirshberg, tax-exempt since 2024. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Issa 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 Issa Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $416K across 15 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Issa Foundation give?
California (7 grants), District of Columbia (2 grants), Maryland (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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