Private foundation · EIN 95-4419892 · Waltham, Massachusetts

Turpin Family Charitable 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: 60 grants paid, $126K total, median $1,000. 2% of grants stayed in Massachusetts.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
60
$126K
Median grant
$1,000
Stays in MA
2%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.2M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Crane Country Day SchoolSanta Barbara, CATo support education$13K
Foundation for Cottage RehabSanta Barbara, CATo improving the health of the communities they serve$13K
Direct ReliefSanta Barbara, CATo improve the lives of people in poverty or emergency situations$11K
Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara, CATo help end hunger$9,500
Cancer Fdn of Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CATo ensure superior cancer care for all residents of santa barbara county$7,000
Heal the OceanSanta Barbara, CATo sustain wastewater infrastructure-sewers and septic systems$6,500
International Rescue CommitteeSan Jose, CAGeneral support$5,500
Showers of BlessingSanta Barbara, CAProvides free hot showers, fosters compassionate hygienic care, and offers access to critical services for people experiencing homelessness.$5,000
Native American Rights FundBoulder, COTo ensure that u.s. state governments and the u.s. federal government live up to their legal obligations$3,500
Alcazar TheaterSan Francisco, CAGeneral support$3,000
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistorySanta Barbara, CATo inspire a thirst for discovery and a passion for the natural world$3,000
Hospice of Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CATo provide care$2,000
Santa Barbara BowlSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$2,000
The Nature ConservancyLompoc, CAGeneral support$2,000
Community Environment CouncilSanta Barbara, CATo innovate environmental solutions for the california central coast$1,500
Amnesty InternationalNew York, NYTo campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all.$1,000
Angel Flight West IncSanta Monica, CATo delivers health and hope using donated flights to serve those with healthcare or other compelling human needs$1,000
Boys and Girls Club of Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CATo inspire and enable all young people$1,000
California Polytechnical State University FoundationSan Obispo, CATo support education$1,000
Carpenteria Children's ProjectCarpinteria, CAPrepares carpinteria valley children to enter kindergarten ready for success$1,000
CASAMonterey Park, CATo advocate for children and families in child welfare and juvenile justice systems$1,000
Center for Urban Agri Farview GdnGoleta, CAGeneral support$1,000
Channel Island MarineGoleta, CAGeneral support$1,000
Child Abuse Listening Mediation (calm)Santa Barbara, CATo prevent childhood trauma, heal children and families, and build resilient communities$1,000
Colorado CollegeColorado Springs, COTo support education$1,000
Family Service AgencyPhoenix, AZTo improves the health and well-being of our communitys most vulnerable children, families and seniors$1,000
Girls Incorporated of CarpinteriaCarpinteria, CATo inspiregirls$1,000
Hand in Hand USASan Francisco, CATo support education$1,000
MoxiSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$1,000
North American Powerlifting FoundationEl Monte, CAGeneral support$1,000
Pacific Legal FoundationSacramento, CATo secure all americans' inalienable rights$1,000
Pancreatic Cancer Action NetworkManhattan Beach, CATo ensure superior cancer care for all residents of santa barbara county$1,000
Path (people Assisting the Homeless)Los Angeles, CATo end homelessness$1,000
Samsum ClinicSanta Barbara, CATo improving the health of the communities they serve$1,000
Santa Barbara Botanic GardenSanta Barbara, CATo conserve california native plants and habitats for the health and well-being of people and the planet$1,000
Santa Barbara ChannelkeeperSanta Barbara, CATo protect and restore the santa barbara channel and its watersheds$1,000
Santa Barbara County Immigrant Legal Defense CenterSanta Barbara, CATo provide equal justice and due process to indigent immigrants$1,000
Santa Barbara ZooSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$1,000
Sbcc FoundationSanta Barbara, CATo support education$1,000
Shelter BoxSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$1,000
Storyteller Childrens CenterSanta Barbara, CATo provide quality tuition-free early childhood education for homeless and at-risk children$1,000
Transition HouseSanta Barbara, CATo achieve a lasting solution to homelessness and welfare dependence$1,000
United Way of Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CATo enrich the lives of children and families and build resilient communities$1,000
Unity ShoppeSanta Barbara, CATo provide basic necessities while encouraging self-sufficiency and independent living$1,000
Westridge SchoolPasadena, CATo develop in girls their intellectual and creative powers and their unique qualities as individuals$1,000
Wilderness Youth ProjectSanta Barbara, CATo connect kids with nature$1,000
World Dance for HumanitySanta Barbara, CATo raise funds to ensure young people can go to school$1,000
Women's Fund of Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$600
American Heart AssociationDallas, TXGeneral support$500
California TroutSan Francisco, CATo protect and restore habitats for fish & water$500
Carpinteria Arts CenterCarpinteria, CATo serve the community by providing a venue for creative arts education, exhibition$500
FIRST Tee Central CoastSacramento, CATo establish a lifelong interest in golf by engaging young people$500
LA Crosse County Historical SocietyLA Crosse, WIGeneral support$500
Land Trust of Sb CtySanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$500
Lobero Theater FoundationSanta Barbara, CATo provide a space to appreciate the arts$500
Santa Barbara HumaneSanta Barbara, CAGeneral support$500
Sb Wildlife Care NetworkGoleta, CATo support the present and future health of wildlife species and communities$500
Special OlympicsLong Beach, CATo provide sports training and competition for children and adults with disabilities$500
Union of Concerned ScientistsCambridge, MATo work to solve our planet's most pressing problems$500
Wild Salmon CenterPortland, ORTo support the present and future health of wildlife species and communities$500

By state: California 52 · Colorado 2 · New York 1 · Arizona 1 · Texas 1 · Wisconsin 1

About this foundation

Turpin Family Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Waltham, Massachusetts, administered in care of Stephen Rack Cpa, tax-exempt since 1993. 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 Turpin Family Charitable 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 Turpin Family Charitable Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $126K across 60 grants, a median of $1,000.

Where does Turpin Family Charitable Foundation give?

California (52 grants), Colorado (2 grants), New York (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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