Bragg Health Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bragg Health Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.6 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $127,500 and the largest $1.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.6 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$127,500
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 14 | $0 |
How to apply
Bragg Health 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.
What Bragg Health Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $3.6 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Youth Project | General fund | $1.1 million |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | General fund | $804,997 |
| Environmental Defense Center | General fund | $500,000 |
| Animal Shelter Assistance Program | General fund | $200,000 |
| Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara | General fund | $150,000 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | General fund | $150,000 |
| Santa Barbara Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | General fund | $150,000 |
| Los Padres Forest Watch Inc | General fund | $105,000 |
| Santa Barbara Channelkeeper Inc | General fund | $100,000 |
| Sarah House Santa Barbara | General fund | $100,000 |
| Food From the Heart Inc | General fund | $75,000 |
| Jodi House | General fund | $75,000 |
| Shadow's Fund Incorporated | General fund | $50,000 |
| Stray Cat Alliance | General fund | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lesley Tippitt
- Nicholas J Schneider
Questions people ask
Does Bragg Health Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bragg Health Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $127,500.
Who runs Bragg Health Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lesley Tippitt (Former Director) and Nicholas J Schneider (President and Director).
What does Bragg Health Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.