Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $362,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$362,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $318,000 the year before.
55% 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 | $220,000 | 4 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $318,000 | 9 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $362,500 | 12 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
Bruce and Jina Veaco 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 Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $310,000 |
| California | 4 | $26,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $21,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UNICEF USA | Designation: the every child fund. | $150,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Provide medical assistance worldwide | $75,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Designation: unicef's efforts to end polio. | $50,000 |
| ASPCA | Support in ongoing efforts to rescue and protect vulnerable and needy animals. | $25,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Support in protecting life on earth through innovative conservation programs. | $20,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Support for investment in most promising research to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes and its complications. | $10,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai | Support for advancement of medical science and enhancement of patients' lives. | $10,000 |
| Saint John's Health Center Foundation | General fund. | $10,000 |
| Angels Nest TLP | Assist foster youth with transition to independent living. | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Support for safeguarding land and wildlife. | $5,000 |
| PBS Socal | Support of public media in southern california. | $1,500 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | Sustain and improve technology that runs wikipedia and other wikimedia knowledge. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jina Veaco
- Bruce G Veaco
Questions people ask
Does Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation give?
$362,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jina Veaco (President) and Bruce G Veaco (Secretary/Cfo).
What does Bruce and Jina Veaco Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, youth programs and health.