Elizarraz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elizarraz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Thousand Oaks, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,314 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,350 and the largest $28,070. 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$94,314
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,350
- Largest grant$28,070
- Assets$90,163
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,375 the year before.
64% 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 | $77,163 | 6 | $58,718 |
| 2024 | $30,375 | 6 | $106,467 |
| 2025 | $94,314 | 14 | $90,163 |
How to apply
Elizarraz Family 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 Elizarraz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $90,514 |
| Montana | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $600 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Education and Welfare | $28,070 |
| Hillcrest Christian Center Thousand | Education | $18,540 |
| Individual | Public Welfare | $13,158 |
| Nepal Youth Foundation | Public Welfare | $11,290 |
| American Red Cross | Public Welfare | $10,000 |
| Peterson Automotive Museum Foundati | Education | $4,500 |
| Ramshorn | Community betterment | $3,000 |
| Casa Pacifica Center | Welfare | $1,700 |
| Individual | Community betterment | $1,040 |
| Sunrise Rotary Foundation | Community Betterment | $1,000 |
| Western States Mounted Officers Ass | Public Safety | $1,000 |
| For His Children | Religious | $600 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | Welfare | $216 |
| DonorsChooseorg | Education | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- James Elizarraz
- Celina Elizarraz
Questions people ask
Does Elizarraz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elizarraz Family Foundation give?
$94,314 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,350.
Who runs Elizarraz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Elizarraz (Director) and Celina Elizarraz (Director).
What does Elizarraz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.