Becker Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Becker Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $26,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$91,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$26,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $61,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $91,500 | 8 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Becker Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $61,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Environmental Council | General support | $26,500 |
| Uc Regents | General support | $25,000 |
| Fonkoze USA | General support | $25,000 |
| USA for UNHCR | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Church of the Beatitudes | General support | $4,000 |
| Nuclear Age Peace Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Good Samaritan Shelter | General support | $2,500 |
| SB Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Montecito Bank Trust
Questions people ask
Does Becker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Becker Family Foundation give?
$91,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Becker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Montecito Bank Trust (Trustee).