Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indian Wells, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $545,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$545,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$12.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500,150 the year before.
60% 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 | $456,480 | 24 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $500,150 | 27 | $11.4 million |
| 2025 | $545,500 | 25 | $12.9 million |
How to apply
Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc 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 Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 22 | $537,750 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Living Desert | General | $115,000 |
| Loma Linda Univ Hospital | General | $102,000 |
| St Francis of Assisi | General | $100,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | General | $55,000 |
| Coachella Valley Rescue Mission | General | $40,000 |
| McCallum Theater | General | $27,500 |
| JFK Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Palm Springs International Film Soc | General | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General | $10,000 |
| Tools for Tomorrow | General | $10,000 |
| Joselyn Center | General | $7,500 |
| Big Hearts Little Hands | General | $7,250 |
| Dap | General | $6,000 |
| La Opera | General | $5,000 |
| Living Free | General | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Opera Guild | General | $5,000 |
| Agnus Dei Lutheran Church | General | $5,000 |
| Foundation of Laguna Woods Village | General | $5,000 |
| Ucr School of Medicine | General | $5,000 |
| NPD Fundraising Pro | General | $1,750 |
| Rancho Mirage Library | General | $1,000 |
| AARP Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Palm Springs Piano | General | $1,000 |
| Pendleton Foundation | General | $300 |
| Mamas House Ministries | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Edeltraud McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc give?
$545,500 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Edeltraud McCarthy (Trustee).
What does Edeltraud McCarthy Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and faith communities.