Encino Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Encino Foundation is a private foundation in Granada Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,403 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,650 and the largest $6,908. 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$50,403
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,650
- Largest grant$6,908
- Assets$0
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,148 the year before.
38% 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 | $34,753 | 24 | $0 |
| 2024 | $41,148 | 20 | $0 |
| 2025 | $50,403 | 23 | $0 |
How to apply
Encino 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 Encino Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $24,200 |
| California | 10 | $21,291 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $4,782 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $30 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Israel of Northridge | Religious services | $6,908 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $6,100 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $5,400 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $4,700 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $4,640 |
| Chabad of Northridge | Religious services | $3,590 |
| Individual | Religous training | $2,000 |
| Legacy School | Religious training | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $1,980 |
| Individual | Religous training | $1,813 |
| Individual | Religous training | $1,800 |
| Individual | Religous services | $1,650 |
| Chabad of the Valley | Religious services | $1,200 |
| Individual | Religous services | $1,200 |
| Individual | Religious education | $1,200 |
| Mesivta of Greater la | Religious scholarship | $1,080 |
| Individual | Religious scholarship | $1,080 |
| Individual | Special needs education | $860 |
| Chabad of Csun | Religious services | $840 |
| Zichron Shlome Refuah Fund | Medical financial assistance | $180 |
| Individual | Religous training | $100 |
| Chesed Fund | Religious training | $52 |
| Individual | Handicap training | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- David Yeager
- Peg Yeager
Questions people ask
Does Encino Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Encino Foundation give?
$50,403 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,650.
Who runs Encino Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Yeager (President) and Peg Yeager (Vice President).
What does Encino Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.