Cheeryble Foundation
Accepts applications
Cheeryble Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $268,150 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,625 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$268,150
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,625
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $458,459 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $458,459 | 48 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $268,150 | 44 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Zora Charles Co Singer Burke 6345 Balboa Blvd 375, Encino, CA 91316 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (818) 774-1000 |
| Deadlines | No deadlines |
What Cheeryble Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 28 | $231,130 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $13,311 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $9,600 |
| New York | 3 | $4,080 |
| Illinois | 2 | $3,200 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,050 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,046 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,033 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,030 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,029 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Thriving Initiative | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara | Unrestricted | $15,450 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $14,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $12,311 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tma (Third Millennium Awakening) | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Domestic Violence Solutions | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| PBS Hawaii | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Santa Barbara Public Library | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Santa Barbara Zoo | Unrestricted | $5,300 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Unrestricted | $5,150 |
| Hearts of Therapeutic Equestrian Center | Unrestricted | $5,145 |
| Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Granada Theatre | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Public Radio | Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| Womens Fund | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Inland Valley Hope Partners | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Kclu Radio | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Heal the Ocean | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Team | Unrestricted | $2,200 |
| NRDC | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Organic Soup Kitchen | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Save the Music | Unrestricted | $1,050 |
| Paws Co | Unrestricted | $1,050 |
| Greater Good Charities | Unrestricted | $1,046 |
| Spectrum Sailing | Unrestricted | $1,033 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| Miracle League Los Angeles | Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| Linus Project | Unrestricted | $1,029 |
| MPTF | Unrestricted | $1,026 |
| Direct Relief | Unrestricted | $1,024 |
| Dr Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,023 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Unrestriced | $1,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The San Marcos High School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Women for Women International | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Together Rising | Unrestricted | $618 |
Officers and trustees
- Zora Charles
- Les Charles
Questions people ask
Does Cheeryble Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadlines.
How much does Cheeryble Foundation give?
$268,150 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,625.
Who runs Cheeryble Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Zora Charles (President) and Les Charles (Cfo/Secretary).
What does Cheeryble Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and animals.