Double Taurus Animal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Double Taurus Animal Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$86,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$91,218
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $143,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $140,000 | 21 | $160,585 |
| 2024 | $143,000 | 23 | $180,233 |
| 2025 | $86,000 | 23 | $91,218 |
How to apply
Double Taurus Animal 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 Double Taurus Animal Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 23 | $86,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westside German Shep Rescue | Animal care | $10,000 |
| Lange Foundation | Animal care | $6,000 |
| Animal Place | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Best Friends | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Delta Rescue | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Feral Cat Coalition | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Ghetto Rescue Foundation | Animal care | $4,000 |
| K-9 Pals | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Santa Barbara Humane Society | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Santa Maria Humane Society | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Shadow Fund | Animal care | $4,000 |
| The Cat House on the Kings | Animal care | $4,000 |
| Animal Rescue Team | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Asap Cats | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Canine Adoption & Rescue League | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Central Coast SPCA | Animal care | $3,000 |
| In Defense of Animals | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Last Chance for Animals | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Span | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Stray Cat Alliance | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Viva | Animal care | $3,000 |
| Woods Humane Society | Animal care | $2,000 |
| Greyfoot Cat Rescue | Animal care | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Teresa Mitton
- Cristy Caplener
- Tawny Gonzalez
Questions people ask
Does Double Taurus Animal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Double Taurus Animal Foundation give?
$86,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Double Taurus Animal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Teresa Mitton (President, Cfo, Director), Cristy Caplener (Director) and Tawny Gonzalez (Director).
What does Double Taurus Animal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.